Assessing visual function in the eye using advanced techniques
Module 1: Visual Function Assessment
['FUNDING_P30'] · AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY · NIH-10904000
This study is exploring new ways to look at how the eyes work and how they can be affected by different conditions, using advanced tools that help researchers understand vision better, and it's designed for scientists who want to improve eye health for people.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P30'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (AUGUSTA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10904000 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on non-invasive methods to evaluate eye structure and function, which are essential for understanding visual system disorders. It utilizes advanced techniques such as electroretinography, optical coherence tomography, and fluorescein angiography to provide detailed insights into normal and abnormal visual processes. The project offers specialized training and access to state-of-the-art equipment that individual researchers may not have, enabling comprehensive assessments of visual function. By employing animal models, the research aims to translate findings into potential clinical applications for human eye health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or other retinal disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to visual function or those who do not have access to the research facility may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools and treatment strategies for various eye disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has demonstrated success in using similar non-invasive techniques for assessing visual function in both animal models and human studies.
Where this research is happening
AUGUSTA, UNITED STATES
- AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY — AUGUSTA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SMITH, SYLVIA B. — AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: SMITH, SYLVIA B.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Disease