Eyes On Research

Following up from our last episode on Smart Contact Lenses, we will now be talking about these devices which aim to electrically activate neurons and return vision to blind individuals. Listen to learn how it works, its limitations and where we currently stand in this promising field.

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In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

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In this episode, we are delving into the world of smart contact lenses - the innovation that's not just about better vision, but also transforming healthcare and augmented reality (AR). Discover how these lenses adapt to changing conditions, monitor your health, and open up exciting AR experiences. While we are in this topic, we will also address the real challenges. The future of vision enhancement is right before your eyes!

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

See you in the next episode!

Have you heard of high altitude retinopathy? It is part of a spectrum of features that can happen when an individual is exposed to high altitude environments. Learn what this is and how it happens, how to prevent and treat this condition.

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

See you in the next episode!

Calling all eclipse gazers! We have all heard about the damage that Sunlight and prolonged Sun exposure can cause to our eyes, but is that true? Yes, it certainly is! What kind of damage are we talking about? Listen to our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, who will talk us through all forms of ocular damage associated with UV rays and how to avoid them, including the proper protection to safely gaze at a Solar eclipse!

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

See you in the next episode!

It is safe to say that we live in the era of genetics. Amongst the most promising avenue of new treatments are the gene therapies, to which we have recently seen an explosion in the number of clinical trials using this technology. But do you know what this is and how it is used? Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will talk us through basic concepts, the difficulties and the future of gene therapy.

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

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There has been an explosion of clinical trials testing new drugs for diseases in the eye. But do you know how long the drug development process is and what this journey entails? Also, did you know that there are different phases of clinical trials? Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will walk us through this topic. You don’t want to miss this one!

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

See you in the next episode!

Usher syndrome is the leading cause of inherited dual sensory impairment in children — that is, combined vision and hearing loss. Our host, Thales, will be talking about what the syndrome is, its subtypes and where we stand in terms of active clinical trials.

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

See you in the next episode!

But is it a cone or cone-rod dystrophy? A question we get asked  by a considerable amount of patients affected by inherited retinal dystrophies. Unsurprisingly, it is a question that many doctors struggle to answer with certainty because the features of those diseases frequently overlap.
Our host, Thales, will explore this topic and arm patients (and doctors) with the knowledge and tools to provide an accurate answer to this question.

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

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Do you know the purpose of family support groups and charities, particularly in the context of rare diseases? Believe it or not, their role tends to be poorly recognised.
We have the immense honour to have Bhavna Tailor, founder and CEO of Stargardt’s Connected, to help us set the record straight.

Do check Stargardt’s Connected website, stargardtsconnected.org.uk, and feel free to reach out to them via [email protected].

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

See you in the next episode!

Have you heard of blue light filtering lenses, or in short, blue blocking lenses? These are used in prescription glasses and intraocular lenses inserted into the eye typically after cataract surgery. They are marketed as a way to offer protection to the retina, improve sleeping patterns and reduce eye strain. But what does research really tell us?

Support the show

In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks.

All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org.

See you in the next episode!