Understanding eye movements and their impact on health and disease
Official title: 2025 Eye Movements Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar
Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-11066131 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about a conference where experts will come together to talk about how eye movements can show us important information about brain health and possible treatments for related disorders, making it a great opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about eye movement issues and their impact on health.
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) | $65,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13EY037108-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11066131 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing eye movement abnormalities or those with acquired brain injuries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with no eye movement disorders or unrelated neurological conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on an international conference dedicated to exploring the mechanisms behind eye movements, their associated disorders, and potential treatments. The conference will bring together experts from various fields to discuss how eye movement abnormalities can indicate underlying brain diseases and injuries. Participants will engage in sessions that cover a wide range of topics related to ocular motility and gaze control, aiming to enhance both basic science knowledge and clinical applications. The event will also include a seminar for trainees to foster career development in this area.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment options for patients with eye movement disorders and related brain conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research in this field have shown promise in advancing our understanding of eye movements and their clinical implications.
Where this research is happening
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Gordon Research Conferences
East Greenwich, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcloon, Linda K. — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Mcloon, Linda K.
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.