glaucoma

Gene Linked To Exfoliation Syndrome Discovered

A genome-wide association study has uncovered mutations in CACNA1A as a potential cause of exfoliation syndrome.

Uncovering Glaucoma’s Genetic Roots

Scientists have pinpointed new genetic regions linked to glaucoma which could improve the diagnosis and treatment of the disease.

Nanomedicine For Glaucoma By NTU & SERI

The nanotechnology-based drug delivery system jointly tested by NTU and SERI allows glaucoma patients to do away with daily eye drops.

BioLight Eyes Chinese Glaucoma Market, Raises US$5.5 Million

Israeli investment group BioLight has raised US$5.5 million and plans to move into the world's largest glaucoma market, China.

Kunshan RiboQuark Receives Series A Funding For QPI-1007

Kunshan RiboQuark Pharmaceutical Technology has raised nearly RMB 45 million in a series A financing round to accelerate the clinical development of QPI-1007.

A Simple Eye Test For Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers have developed a new instrument called the TrueField to accurately measure the pupil responses of patients with multiple sclerosis.

Long-Term Oral Contraceptive Use Increases Glaucoma Risk Two-Fold

A research study has found that women who have taken oral contraceptives for three or more years are twice as likely to suffer from glaucoma.

Scientists Discover Genes That Cause Cornea Blindness

Scientists in Singapore have identified genes for central corneal thickness that may cause potentially blinding eye conditions such as glaucoma.

Scientists Find Genes Linked To Blindness

Singapore scientists have identified three new genes associated with Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness in Chinese people.