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We are currently funding a range of exciting projects and programmes, all of which aim to enhance our understanding of inherited sight loss, and inform the development of treatments for the estimated two million people affected worldwide.

Retina UK Knowledge-base: Stargardt disease

Stargardt disease

Stargardt disease is the most common form of juvenile macular dystrophy (or inherited degeneration).

Knowledge-base, Bardet-biedl syndrome

Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS)

Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) is an inherited condition which impacts many parts of the body including the retina.

Knowledge-base: Alstrom syndrome

Alstrom syndrome

Alstrom syndrome is an inherited condition which affects many body systems.

Retina UK Knowledge-base: Gyrate atrophy

Gyrate atrophy of the choroid and retina

Gyrate atrophy of the choroid and retina, shortened to gyrate atrophy, is an inherited disorder of protein metabolism characterised by progressive vision loss.

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Joining the research effort

Many research studies could not take place without the participation of people living with inherited sight loss.

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Become a Retina UK member

Join the Retina UK membership today! Anyone is welcome to join; whether you are living with a sight loss condition yourself, related to somebody who is, or if you are working as a sight loss professional.