Exploring the biology and healing of the eye's surface
Official title: 2025 Cornea and Ocular Surface Biology, Pathology and Regeneration Gordon Research Conference
Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-11067333 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about learning how the eye's surface heals and grows, which is really important for keeping our vision clear, and it's for anyone interested in new ways to treat eye problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Gordon Research Conferences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Greenwich, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | January 1, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $47,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13EY037110-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11067333 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing ocular surface diseases or those at risk of vision loss.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to ocular surface biology or those not experiencing any eye-related issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the ocular surface, which includes the cornea and associated structures responsible for tear production. It aims to investigate how these tissues develop and repair themselves after injury or disease, which is vital for preventing vision loss. The project will bring together experts to discuss the latest findings and innovations in ocular surface biology and pathology, with the goal of translating these discoveries into new treatments. The conference will feature sessions on data analysis, cellular interactions, and gene regulation related to eye health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative therapies that improve eye health and prevent blindness.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences in this field have successfully advanced understanding and treatment of ocular surface conditions, indicating a strong potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Gordon Research Conferences
East Greenwich, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lwigale, Peter Y — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Lwigale, Peter Y
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.