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On May 4th, Dr. Tychsen delivered an impactful lecture on &＃8220;Refractive Surgery for Special Needs Children&＃8221; at the Texas Ophthalmological Association’s 2024 Annual Meeting. His […] Repurposed drug may help stabilize vision in rare disease (Links to an external site) June 17, 2024June 17, 2024 Ophthalmologist Rajendra S. Apte, MD, PhD, (right), of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, examines patient Patricia Collins (left) while medical student Wilson Wang observes. Collins is a participant in a clinical trial that tests the safety and efficacy of an FDA-approved drug in stabilizing vision in patients with RVCL-S, a rare genetic […] Joseph Lin Awarded the Prestigious Ceil M. DeGutis Prize in Chemical Biology or Medicinal Chemistry for 2024 June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 We are delighted to announce that Joseph Lin has been selected as the recipient of the Ceil M. DeGutis Prize in Chemical Biology or Medicinal Chemistry for 2024. This prestigious award honors a senior graduate student who has made a significant contribution to the fields of Chemical Biology or Medicinal Chemistry. The Ceil M. DeGutis […] WashU Ophthalmology &＃038; Visual Sciences Receives Prestigious RPB Grant for Eye Research June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 We are delighted to announce that the Washington University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences has been awarded a prestigious Unrestricted Grant from Research to Prevent Blindness (RPB). This grant, amounting to $115,000 annually, will significantly bolster the department&＃8217;s ongoing eye research efforts. Recognition of Excellence The Unrestricted Grant from RPB is a testament to […] 2nd Annual Winston Fellow Competition Winners June 7, 2024June 19, 2024 We are thrilled to announce the winners of Washington University John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) 2nd Annual Winston Fellow Competition. This event showcased DOVS students and postdocs presenting their cutting-edge research, competing for the esteemed Winston Fellow Awards in Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. About the Winston Fellow Awards The […] Dr. Yoshimatsu Receives Seed Grant from Brain Research Foundation for Groundbreaking Zebrafish Visual Attention Study June 6, 2024June 7, 2024 We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Yoshimatsu has been awarded a prestigious two-year seed grant from the Brain Research Foundation for his innovative research titled “Zebrafish Model to Study Visual Attention.” This grant will support pioneering work aimed at understanding the genetic mechanisms underlying visual attention, with profound implications for neurodevelopmental disorders such as […] Washington University Faculty Member to Keynote at Prestigious Ophthalmology Conference May 29, 2024June 12, 2024 We are excited to announce that Dr. Rajendra Apte, MD, PhD, the Paul A. Cibis Distinguished Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, will be the keynote speaker at the 14th Annual CWRU/University Hospitals Department of Ophthalmology Research Day 2024. Keynote Presentation by Dr. Rajendra Apte Dr. Apte will be delivering a keynote address titled &＃8220;Novel Insights […] Gordon Research Conference 2024: Establishing Form and Function in the Eye and Visual Brain May 29, 2024June 12, 2024 Unlocking the Mysteries of Vision: GRC Visual System Development Conference The 2024 Gordon Research Conference (GRC) on Visual System Development, themed &＃8220;Establishing Form and Function in the Eye and Visual Brain,&＃8221; took place from May 19 to 24, 2024. This prestigious international scientific gathering will be hosted in a remote location to foster a sense […] Medical Student Wilson Wang and Resident Maggie Xing Publish Key Article on Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy in JAMA Ophthalmology May 24, 2024June 12, 2024 Medical student Wilson Wang and resident physician Maggie Xing, MD, have made significant contributions to the field of ophthalmology with their recent publication in JAMA Ophthalmology &＃8220;Interventions for Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy,&＃8221; co-authored with renowned expert Raj Apte, MD, PhD. Their article provides a comprehensive clinical synopsis and educational review of proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR), a serious complication […] Exploring Retinal Biomarkers in Huntington Disease: A Groundbreaking Study May 24, 2024May 29, 2024 In a significant leap forward for neurodegenerative disease research, Retina fellow Aaditya Shah, MD has published an excellent study titled, &＃8220;Dark Adaptometry and Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography in Huntington Disease.&＃8221; This pioneering research is among the first to indicate that retinal biomarkers may be present in patients with Huntington Disease (HD), offering a potentially transformative […] New Insights into Racial Disparities in Glaucoma: The Role of SDPR Gene Expression in Black Individuals May 21, 2024May 24, 2024 We are excited to share a new article by Ying-Bo Shui, Ying Liu, Andrew J. W. Huang & Carla J. Siegfried, titled &＃8220;SDPR Expression in Human Trabecular Meshwork and Its Potential Role in Racial Disparities of Glaucoma,&＃8221; has been published online in the journal Scientific Reports. This significant research highlights the molecular differences in gene […] Advancing Retinal Disease Research: Dr. Chen&＃8217;s New Project on hiPSC-induced Retinal Organoids May 20, 2024May 21, 2024 We&＃8217;re thrilled to announce that Dr. Shiming Chen has been awarded a Seed grant from the Center of Regenerative Medicine for her groundbreaking project titled &＃8220;hiPSC-induced retinal organoids modeling CRX-linked retinopathies.&＃8221; This pioneering research aims to establish three-dimensional retinal organoids—essentially human retinas in a dish—to model inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) linked to the cone-rod-homeobox (CRX) […] WashU Ophthalmology at ARVO 2024 May 9, 2024May 10, 2024 The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) is at the forefront of advancing global research aimed at unraveling the complexities of the visual system and combatting its disorders. From May 5th to May 9th, visionaries and experts congregated in Seattle, Washington, for the ARVO 2024 Annual Meeting, a pivotal event showcasing the latest […] Advancing Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Care: Insights from the 49th Annual AAPOS Meeting May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 The field of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus continues to evolve, driven by dedicated professionals committed to enhancing the quality of eye care for children and adults alike. One prominent organization at the forefront of these efforts is the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS). With a mission centered on advancing care, supporting education, […] Congrats, Matt Elitt, MD, PhD! April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 Congratulations to WashU Ophthalmology Resident, Matt Elitt, MD, PhD and Case Western Reserve&＃8217;s Tesar Lab colleagues, on the advancement of ION356 to a phase I human clinical trial. Dr. Elitt&＃8217;s doctoral research published in Nature demonstrated a novel method to pharmacologically target the pathology of Pelizaeus-Merzbacher disease (PMD), representing the first potential treatment option for patients and […] Linking Cholesterol, NAD+ Depletion, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 We are thrilled to announce the publication of a groundbreaking study titled &＃8220;LXR/CD38 Activation Drives Cholesterol-Induced Macrophage Senescence and Neurodegeneration via NAD+ Depletion&＃8220;, authored by Ryo Terao, MD, PhD; Mitsukuni Yoshida, MD, PhD; Rajendra Apte, MD, PhD; and colleagues from the Apte Lab. In this study, our researchers unveil critical molecular mechanisms linking dysregulated cholesterol […] Charles Pfeifer Wins the Prestigious 2024 Dr. Philip Needleman Pharmacology Award April 11, 2024April 11, 2024 We are thrilled to announce Charles Pfeifer as the distinguished recipient of the highly acclaimed 2024 Dr. Philip Needleman Pharmacology Award. This honor is bestowed upon a graduating student who has exhibited exceptional accomplishments in the field of Pharmacology. Founded in 1991 by Ms. Sima Needleman in tribute to her husband&＃8217;s unwavering dedication to scholarship […] Recognizing Excellence in Age-Related Macular Degeneration Research: The Roger H. Johnson Award March 20, 2024March 21, 2024 Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a prevalent eye disease that affects millions of individuals aged 60 and older. Understanding the pathogenesis and developing effective treatments for this condition is crucial. In honor of Dr. Roger H. Johnson, an accomplished ophthalmologist and his dedication to advancing AMD research, the Roger H. Johnson Award was established. This […] Call for Abstracts: Winston Fellow Award March 15, 2024March 18, 2024 Apply Now for the Winston Fellow Award for Postdoctoral Fellows The Winston Fellow Award Program recognizes outstanding contributions to vision science. The ITVS Pathway overcomes boundaries between disciplines to develop a unique set of basic science, translational and professional skills that will position students to produce transformative breakthroughs in vision science. Students enrolled in the […] Understanding Retinal Detachment: Insights from Dr. Rajendra S. Apte&＃8217;s Recent Study March 14, 2024March 29, 2024 We are thrilled to share with you a remarkable article titled &＃8220;Retinal Detachment: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options&＃8221; co-authored by Rajendra S. Apte, MD, PhD. This enlightening study, published in the renowned journal Nature, explores the intricate details of retinal detachment, providing valuable insights into its causes, diagnosis methods, and available treatment options. In this […] Posts navigation 1 of 5 Next Page John F. Hardesty, MD, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual SciencesWashington University School of MedicineContact Us Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube AFFILIATE INSTITUTIONS LINKS Faculty Job Openings Staff Job Openings Employee Portal (login required) Join our e-Newsletter mailing list ©2024 Washington University in St. Louis