Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS)
Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) is an inherited condition which impacts many parts of the body including the retina.
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Adidas Manchester Marathon 2025
Could you run the Adidas Manchester Marathon 2025 for #TeamRetinaUK?
London Landmarks Half Marathon 2025
Could you run the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2025 for #TeamRetinaUK?
RideLondon 2025
Could you take part in RideLondon 2025 for #TeamRetinaUK?
New mechanism of disease discovered for Retinitis Pigmentosa
The team have found the cause of disease in the first ever family tree drawn up at Moorfields Eye Hospital over 35 years ago, which had remained unsolved until now.
BBC investigates unproven treatments for retinitis pigmentosa
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.
Research news round-up – Spring 2024
A round-up of the latest research into inherited retinal conditions - February 2024.
Nanoscope Announces topline results from randomised phase 2B trial of MCO-010 for retinitis pigmentosa
Nanoscope Therapeutics has announced positive results from their two year randomised controlled phase 2b optogenetic therapy trial for late-stage retinitis pigmentosa (RP).
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).
A genetic diagnosis for RP can give rise to unexpected surprises
James Birtley is a Retina UK supporter and volunteer who is living with retinitis pigmentosa. He is also a scientist with a particular interest in the structure of proteins, the complex molecules that form the building blocks of our bodies.