Research news

Spotlight on Best disease

Posted: 4th February 2021 at 09:03

February’s condition-specific Virtual Clinic will shine the spotlight on Best disease – a rare inherited form of macular disease.

What role does genetics play in AMD?

Posted: 2nd February 2021 at 10:06

It is known that a very significant proportion of the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is in our genes.

New survey for patients with diabetic eye disease

Posted: 28th January 2021 at 12:26

The Macular Society is calling for patients with diabetic macular oedema (DMO) to take part in a new survey, to help improve treatment and quality of life for patients.

New research suggests air pollution could increase the risk of developing AMD

Posted: 26th January 2021 at 11:37

Air pollution is linked to a heightened risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a new study.

Webinar to explore the latest in research and treatment for DMO

Posted: 13th January 2021 at 10:04

The first condition of our condition-specific Virtual Clinic of 2021 will take place later this month, focusing on diabetic macular oedema (DMO)

Medical research at risk

Posted: 7th January 2021 at 17:12

The progress of macular research is under threat as the coronavirus could leave a huge hole in medical research funding.