Fight for Sight funds research for the treatment of the eye condition aniridi
Fight for Sight has given funding to scientists from the University of Aberdeen to test two repurposed drugs for the treatment of the eye condition aniridia, which causes blindness.
The researchers will explore whether administering either of the two drugs by mouth or in eye drop form has the ability to restore a vital protein to its normal levels.
Head of research at Fight for Sight Dr Rubina Ahmed said: ‘We are pleased to fund this valuable piece of research that we hope will, if successful, lead to a new treatment for aniridia. Aniridia can have a devastating impact on the vision and lives of patients with the condition, so we look forward to seeing the results of Professor Collinson’s research.’