Retinal transplantation studies
Several groups around the world are investigating the use of retinal transplantation in the treatment of inherited retinal diseases.
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Podcast: Accessible voting during the General Election
With the General Election fast approaching we thought we would take a deep dive into accessible voting with Special Projects Lead, Matthew Carr.
Podcast: All about Retina UK!
We sat down to discuss all about who Retina UK are.
Jurassic Coast Challenge
Join 2,000 adventurers of all experience levels & ages and walk, jog or run 25, 50 or 100km of the spectacular Jurassic Coast – a World Heritage Site.
The UK Inherited Retinal Dystrophy Consortium
In 2014 we funded an exciting new collaborative project. The UK Inherited Retinal Dystrophy Consortium (UKIRDC) Project brought together the four largest research groups in the UK specialising in inherited retinal diseases (IRDs).
About inherited sight loss
Many inherited sight loss conditions occur when cells in the retina, which is the light-sensitive region at the back of the eye, deteriorate in an unpredictable way. These conditions are often referred to as inherited retinal dystrophies.
Frequently asked questions
The following questions are often asked by people contacting Retina UK.
RECORDING: Annual Conference – 9 July 2022
A recording of the 45th Retina UK Annual Conference on 9 July 2022. The Conference was held at the Macdonald Burlington Hotel in Birmingham and also online.
Meet a Researcher: Hajrah Sarkar
Hajrah Sarkar is a PhD student whose project is funded by Retina UK.
RECORDING: Professionals’ Conference – 8 July 2022
A recording of the Retina UK Professionals' Conference on 8 July 2022. The Conference was held at the Macdonald Burlington Hotel in Birmingham and also online.