Developing eye wash solutions with antioxidants to protect against chemical exposure
Official title: Antioxidant Eye Wash Formulations to Counter Ocular Chemical Threats
Funded at Lebrun Labs, LLC · NIH-10865074 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new eye wash that includes special ingredients to help protect your eyes from damage caused by harsh chemicals, which could be really helpful if you accidentally get something harmful in your eyes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lebrun Labs, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Anaheim, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $194,438 |
| NIH project number | 5R21EY033713-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10865074 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who may be at risk of ocular exposure to strong oxidizing chemicals, including first responders and workers in chemical facilities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not been exposed to chemical threats or those with pre-existing eye conditions unrelated to chemical exposure may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating an eye wash solution that incorporates antioxidants to protect the eyes from damage caused by strong oxidizing chemicals. The study aims to test the effectiveness of this solution in reducing cell damage after exposure to harmful substances like hypochlorite. By using a higher concentration of tear antioxidants in the eye wash, the researchers hope to mitigate the adverse effects of chemical exposure. Patients may benefit from this innovative approach, especially in scenarios involving accidental or intentional chemical threats.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved eye wash solutions that significantly reduce the risk of vision loss from chemical exposure.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of using antioxidants in eye wash solutions is innovative, similar strategies have shown promise in other areas of chemical exposure treatment.
Where this research is happening
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Lebrun Labs, LLC
Anaheim, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lebrun, Stewart — Lebrun Labs, LLC
- Study coordinator: Lebrun, Stewart
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.