Gene therapy shows promise in tackling X-linked RP
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.
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Webinar: Influencing with Retina UK
Join us for our upcoming webinar!
Meet our community: Russ Stephenson
Russ was diagnosed with Choroideremia at the age of 11, after visiting caves in Spain and not being able to see anything.
Wolverhampton 10K 2026
Join thousands of runners in chasing a personal best, whilst supporting Retina UK and start and finish in the Molineux Stadium.
Thames Path Challenge
Walk, jog or run this wonderful route along the River Thames. There are 100km, 50km and 25km challenge options.
Webinar: Mark Goes to Las Vegas
Listen to our webinar to hear about our Information and Support Coordinator, Mark Baxter's, holiday in Las Vegas.
Research grants
Retina UK aims not only to progress research along established threads, but to stimulate new thinking, encourage innovative approaches and nurture original ideas.
Bright Futures: Empowering young adults with inherited sight loss
Join us for an inspiring webinar where young adults living with sight loss share their extraordinary stories and insights.
Research update – ProQR
In February 2022, ProQR announced a disappointing outcome for their phase 2/3 trial of sepofarsen for Leber congenital amaurosis type 10 (LCA10).
Ben Ramus: Our epic challenge for Retina UK
This July, Ben Ramus will lead a group of twelve adventurers as they take on the renowned National Three Peaks Challenge, in aid of national sight loss charity, Retina UK. Ben has decided to take on the epic challenge in recognition of two of his uncles’ sight loss journey, as they live with the rare inherited sight loss condition, retinitis pigmentosa.