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    The latest funding round now brings MDFA’s commitment to macular disease research to $5.8 million across 35 projects since 2011.

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    New genes linked to AMD

    Scientists have found three new genes associated with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

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    Statins and diabetic eye disease

    Research shows statin use could be linked to lower rates of diabetic retinopathy.

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    Treatment non-adherence concern

    Up to a quarter of anti-VEGF patients being treated for AMD and diabetic macular oedema are lost to follow-up.

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    Retinal implant trial

    An electronic retinal implant to treat age-related macular degeneration, has shown excellent results in a small clinical trial.

    New WA Research Centre for Juvenile Macular Disease

    MDFA Research Grant recipient Dr Fred Chen will head a new Centre of Research Excellence in juvenile macular disease.

    New sight saving resources for residential aged care

    A report and new digital training tools aim to improve understanding of eye health and vision loss in Australia’s residential aged care facilities.

    MDFA position statement re 2RT laser.

    MDFA position statement re 2RT laser.

    Is the rate of AMD falling?

    A US study suggests that the rate of AMD at specific ages has fallen by about 60% each successive generation. But is that the case?

    2017 Research Grant awards

    Three leading macular disease researchers have been awarded $600,000 in research Macular Disease Foundation Australia grants.

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