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The BBC World Service has undertaken an investigation of unproven treatments for retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and has produced a documentary film, called Blind Faith, which is available on BBC iPlayer.
Our community is informed and knowledgeable about current research projects into the cause(s) of and treatments for these conditions.
Whether you are looking for practical information or emotional support, online, by phone or face-to-face, we’re here to help.
This edition includes exciting news about our Annual and Professionals’ Conferences. We hope as many of you as possible can join us in Manchester, or online, in September. You’ll also find updates about the latest research and a feature on one of our funded researchers, Dr Jörn Lakowski.
Inside this edition, set yourself a challenge in 2024, plus find out about our brand new lottery.
Inside this edition, register now for our AI webinar on 7 December with Dr Nikolas Pontikos.
Biotechnology company ProQR has announced that two of its RNA therapy development programmes for inherited sight loss are being acquired by Laboratoires Théa, a company specialising in eye care products.
Did you join either of our Conferences this year? You can read about them inside this edition of Look Forward. We’ve had some fantastic feedback from our delegates so if you weren’t able to attend, you can watch or listen to the recordings from the day on our website.
TPT and Sight Loss Councils: Cut it back campaign
Early results from clinical testing of a gene therapy to treat X-linked retinitis pigmentosa (XLRP) have shown partial reversal of sight loss in some patients.
