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Opus Reports Vision Improvements for Patients in LCA5 Gene Therapy Clinical Trial
Opus Genetics has announced vision improvements for the first three adult patients in its Phase ½ gene therapy clinical trial for Leber congenital amaurosis 5 (LCA5), a rare, severe, inherited retinal disease. Some of the patients, who had been almost totally blind...
Connect the Dots: Light & Shadow
The second festival in our education series, Connect the Dots, powered by PNC Foundation, “Light & Shadow,” took place on February 17th at the main branch of the Louisville Free Public Library. The event was in conjunction with the library’s “Glow in the Dark...
Connect the Dots: Light & Shadow
The second festival in our education series, Connect the Dots, powered by PNC Foundation, “Light & Shadow,” took place on February 17th at the main branch of the Louisville Free Public Library. The event was in conjunction with the library’s “Glow in the Dark...
jCyte Announces Plans to Launch Phase 3 Clinical Trial of Cell Therapy for RP
The biotechnology company is preparing to launch a pivotal, Phase 3 clinical trial in the US for its emerging jCell therapy. The company’s announcement came after a successful planning meeting with the US Food & Drug Administration. Participant enrollment for the...
Beacon Therapeutics Reports Encouraging Interim Results from Phase 2 Clinical Trial for XLRP Gene Therapy
Beacon Therapeutics has reported vision improvements for five of eight patients receiving the high dose of its X-linked retinitis pigmentosa (XLRP) gene therapy in the Phase 2 SKYLINE clinical trial. Known as AGTC-501, the emerging gene therapy is for patients with...
Ascidian to Launch Clinical Trial for Stargardt Disease RNA Editing Therapy
Ascidian Therapeutics has received authorization from the US Food & Drug Administration to launch a Phase ½ clinical trial for ACDN-01, the company’s RNA editing therapy for people with Stargardt disease, an inherited form of macular degeneration caused by...
On the Road with Barry – Chicago
Day 1 This was a crazy one, just getting to this day. Long story short, my scheduled trip to western Illinois got...
On the Road with Barry – Carbondale
Day 1 I flew into St. Louis this time. Carbondale, IL is about a 2-hour drive from the airport. I had a window seat...
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Announcing our 2024 Digital Accessibility Analyst Course.
We are excited to announce the first Digital Accessibility Analyst course of 2024 will begin the week of February 15. Applications will be sent to BIT Career-Seekers only on January 19 with a deadline of January 26. All your questions about the course can be answered...
Announcing our 2024 Salesforce Administrator Certification Prep Course.
We are excited to announce the first Salesforce Admin course of 2024 will begin the week of January 16. Applications will be sent to BIT Career-Seekers only on December 15 with a deadline of December 22. Prerequisites are required for this course. Additional...
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How writer Mia Carella teaches inclusion and raises a CVI advocate
Writer Mia Carella prioritizes inclusion and self-advocacy when it comes to raising her daughter, Evalyn, who has CVI. The post How writer Mia Carella teaches inclusion and raises a CVI advocate appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Mobile, AL Clinic Coverage (FOX) – 10-15-24
The post Mobile, AL Clinic Coverage (FOX) – 10-15-24 first appeared on Sight Savers America.
Expanding the Monarch’s Impact with the Monarch Student Pilot Program
In September, APH launched the Monarch, a first-of-its-kind 10-line by 32-cell refreshable display that renders braille and tactile graphics on the same surface. A robust suite of apps including a book reader to a tactile graphing calculator, facilitate a wide world...
IBSA Sports Prepares for Paris 2024 Paralympics
As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games approach, IBSA administration held a key online meeting today, bringing together...
Recommended Reads: Swimming and swimmers
Whether you're headed to the pool or the beach, this book list is sure to make a splash. The post Recommended Reads:...
Happy #NationalSpoilYourDogDay 🐾 😌 ❤️
Today and every day, we ensure our pups live their best lives. Just see how Sasha enjoys her day of self-care.
The magic of making a difference 💜✨
International Assistance Dog Week is going strong, and we’re taking you back to where it all begins. That’s right,...
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On the Road with Barry – Bardstown and Olive Hill, Kentucky
Day 1 Houston to Atlanta to Lexington. Another first for me, as I’ve been through Kentucky, but don’t remember ever staying here. On the hour drive down to Bardstown, every exit was either a Civil War battlefield, or a bourbon distillery. This is gonna be a...
On the Road with Barry – Chicago
Day 1 This was a crazy one, just getting to this day. Long story short, my scheduled trip to western Illinois got cancelled really late. Like three days before I flew out late. I called the lovely ladies on Leader Dog’s client services team and within a day’s time,...
A Perfect Match: Eugene & Opal
Volunteers at Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines (GDA|TLC) have a tremendous impact on people’s lives. From retirees to long-time supporters – even our very own graduates – our volunteers come from all walks of life! Meet Eugene Kim and his guide dog, Opal....
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