Foundation Fighting Blindness

Foundation Fighting Blindness

The Foundation Fighting Blindness is the driving force in the global development of treatments and cures for blinding diseases. To learn more, go to FightingBlindness.org.

  1. 1D AGO

    SparingVision Completes Dosing in Gene-Agnostic Therapy Trial for Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)

    Novel neuroprotective approach could benefit RP patients regardless of genetic mutation

    3 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Blind & Beyond Radio Spotlight: Jason Menzo on Vision Research and Advocacy

    Listen to the latest episode of the Blind & Beyond radio show featuring Foundation Fighting Blindness CEO Jason Menzo. Jason discusses the Foundation's mission and the remarkable progress achieved over the past 55 years in advancing diagnostics, treatments, and cures for blinding diseases. He also shares insights into ongoing advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill to preserve critical vision research funding through the FDA and National Eye Institute. The conversation concludes with an invitation for listeners to register for VISIONS 2026, the Foundation's global conference taking place June 12–13 in Fort Worth, Texas.

    15 min
  3. Eye on the Cure Podcast | Episode 99: Dr. Prem Subramanian

    6D AGO

    Eye on the Cure Podcast | Episode 99: Dr. Prem Subramanian

    Dr. Prem Subramanian, of the University of Colorado Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center and School of Medicine, talks with host Ben Shaberman about thyroid eye disease (TED), a condition that is often misdiagnosed and can cause a range of symptoms including discomfort and vision loss. Dr. Subramanian discusses potential causes, symptoms, and therapeutic approaches. This episode is sponsored by Amgen.

    28 min

  4. JAN 28

    Opus Genetics Receives Funding for Gene Therapy Clinical Trial for MERTK-Related RP

    Marking an important milestone for this rare form of retinitis pigmentosa (RP)

    2 min

  5. JAN 16

    AAVantgarde Completes Enrollment in Retinal Gene Therapy Trial for Usher Syndrome Type 1B

    Milestone brings hope to patients with rare inherited retinal disease

    2 min

  6. JAN 13

    SpliceBio Begins Dose-Expansion Phase of Clinical Trial for Stargardt Disease Protein Splicing Therapy

    First patient treated in Part B of ASTRA trial evaluating SB-007.

    3 min
  7. Eye on the Cure Podcast | Episode 98: Jonathan & Josh Steinberg

    JAN 9

    Eye on the Cure Podcast | Episode 98: Jonathan & Josh Steinberg

    Josh Steinberg and his father, Jon, talk with host Ben Shaberman about their close-knit family's journey with Josh's vision loss and eventual diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa, as well as their volunteer leadership roles in driving the Foundation's mission. Jon is Chair of the Foundation's Science Committee and Vice Chair for Science on the Board. Josh is the former Chair of the Strategic Council and also a Board director.

    47 min
  8. Eye on the Cure Podcast | Episode 97: Lindsey Rambo

    12/19/2025

    Eye on the Cure Podcast | Episode 97: Lindsey Rambo

    Lindsey Rambo, a special education teaching assistant, mom, and wife, talks to host Ben Shaberman about her journey with Leber congenital amaurosis 5 (LCA5), participation in Opus Genetics' LCA5 gene therapy clinical trial, and her appearance on Good Morning America to tell her story about meaningful vision improvements.

    40 min
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About

The Foundation Fighting Blindness is the driving force in the global development of treatments and cures for blinding diseases. To learn more, go to FightingBlindness.org.

Information

  • Creator
    Foundation Fighting Blindness
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    249
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Foundation Fighting Blindness

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