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Insights into INSIGHT podcast - Series 2
The second series looked beyond the use of data and AI in eye research, swinging the lens back on ourselves to explore the world as we think we know it.
Date: 15 July 2021
Gene Vision Chat Bot launch
Gene Vision site launches new Chat Bot and we have created a film to explain it.
Date: 30 June 2021
Partial recovery of visual function in a blind patient after optogenetic therapy
Partial recovery of visual function in a blind patient after optogenetic therapy using light sensing proteins, first found in algae.
This is the first reported case of partial functional recovery in a neurodegenerative disease after optogenetic therapy.
Published in Nature Medicine May 2021
Additional story on the BBC website
BRC ARVO 2021 Travel award recipients
The NIHR BRC at Moorfields and UCL Institute of Ophthalmology are pleased to announce the winners of this years ARVO travel award, they are:
Philipp Mueller
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
United Kingdom
Abstract title: Prevalence and Associations of Dome-Shape Macular Configuration – A Macular Curvature Study on UK Biobank data
Hend Ahmed
University College London
United Kingdom
Abstract title: Usability of AdaptDx for Dark Adaptation Testing in Choroideremia
If you would like to see presentations this year will be in the Virtual Poster Hall . You can view the conference schedule here.
A new observational study has found that low to moderate alcohol consumption, especially of wine, is associated with a lower risk of requiring surgery for cataracts. However, the nature of the study means it does not prove a direct causal effect between alcohol and a reduced risk of cataracts.
The findings were published in the journal Ophthalmology on 31 March 2021 and have been widely reported in the press, both in the U.K. and in the U.S.A.
BBC Two documentary 'DNA Family Secrets' features genetic testing at Moorfields
The episode (first airing Tuesday 16 March 2021) features a young Moorfields patient and his family as they discover whether gene therapy could help him with his sight loss. The programme follows the family as they undergo genetic testing in Professor Mariya Moosajee’s clinic at Moorfields City Road, and his subsequent treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
You can see more here: https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/news/moorfields-feature-bbc-2-s-dna-family-secrets
The BBC iPlayer trailer is here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p099hr1l
NIHR researchers contribute to major new Lancet Commission on Global Eye Health
A newly published report in The Lancet Global Health journal sets out the huge unmet need for eye care around the world, which by 2050 will see 1.8 billion people living with untreated vision impairment. By tackling the barriers to treatments in low- and middle-income countries using existing, cost-effective interventions, the report estimates the boost to global economic output would be almost £300 billion a year – as well improving quality of life for millions of people.
NIHR funds first UK-wide population study of all forms of childhood visual impairment
A new epidemiological study carried out with NIHR support provides detailed information on the prevalence of different visual impairments, as well as associated conditions and environmental factors. The findings are vital for assesing the visual health of the population and planning effective health services.
A new study showing the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Charles Bonnet Syndrome symptoms coincides with a Coronation Street storyline featuring the often frightening condition. In the soap Johnny, an established character, develops scary, silent hallucinations. The UCL study highlights the isolation of the condition.
Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2021
Our colleagues and partners at UCL Faculty of Brain Sciences and Women in Vision UK spoke to two women who work under the Moorfields BRC banner, as part of celebrations marking this annual UN inititative to promote the incredible work of women in science.
As remote consultations surge, home eye tests prove effective
Researchers from NIHR Moorfields BRC, Moorfields Eye Hospital, UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, working with colleagues at UCL, Essex and Cambridge universities wanted to find out if a simple, paper-based eye test could be used by eye patients at home...
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) linked with air pollution
New research led by Prof. Paul Foster and the UK Biobank Eye and Vision Consortium shows an increased risk of age-related macular degeneration linked to air pollution. The study was published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology.
The Gene Vision website has been created by researchers, clinicians and patient charities to provide a trustworthy open-access resource for information on Rare Genetic Eye disease.
Charles Bonnet Syndrome Patient Information Event
Over 500 people attended the online patient information event on 16th November, marking Charles Bonnet Syndrome awareness day and 5 years since the launch of Esme's Umbrella.
Laser treatment for glaucoma – major new study
A further international trial has been announced following the LiGHT study, led by Professor Gus Gazzard, which has been investigating the use of laser treatment as an alternative to eye drops for glaucoma.
UCL Age Innovation Hub launched
Our colleagues at UCL are looking for your ideas about how technology could improve health and quality of life in our aging population .
Find out more about the hub and help shape the future of innovation
We were proud to support the 2020 Bloomsbury Festival, much of which was held online. Interviews with BRC researchers and the new INSIGHT podcast series were broadcast on Bloomsbury Radio during the festival.
Read more about the festival, our podcasts and radio interviews
Research opportunities at Moorfields : ROAM
Moorfields launches new web application ROAM for patients and public interested in taking part in research at the trust.
The SPIRIT and CONSORT guidelines have been revised, to support more complete and transparent reporting of trials of artificial intelligence (A.I.).
BRC Award for researchers' work in Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement
Ethics of Artificial Intelligence article - featuring NIHR Clinician researcher Pearse Keane
Date: February 18th 2020
Announcing INSIGHT: The new data hub for eye health
Date: 12/09/2019
How artificial intelligence is helping to prevent blindness
Machine learning is being used to automate the detection of eye diseases
Date: April 29th 2019
Moorfields' young persons’ advisory group for eye and vision research
Date: 2nd March 2019
Location: St Lukes Community Centre
Inaugural Royal College of Ophthalmology Public Lecture: The eyes are windows to our future
Date: 4th December 2018
First ever Charles Bonnet Syndrome Information Day - A report from Judith Potts
Date: 16th November 2018
Date: June 2018
Article by Pete Jones: How data-driven VR/AR is driving new insight into visual impairments
UCL Institute of Ophthalmology 70th Anniversary Symposium
Date: 28th June 2018
Location: British Library
Women in Vision UK editorials
Dates: 26th April and 15th June 2018
Journals : Therapeutic Journal of Ophthalmology & Eye
Nature Genetics - Researchers identify genetic variants that may predict glaucoma risk
Date: 21st May 2018
Journal: Nature Genetics
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