Kassi Filkins

Catch up on this week's highlights in retina.

This partnership aims to address care gaps by identifying untreated and undertreated patients at scale.

The new surgical technique incorporates a new surgical clamp that maintains eye pressure during the insertion of two tissue patches in immediate succession while minimizing damage to the surrounding tissue.

Focused on corneal disease research, Deng has been part of ARVO in various roles for more than 20 years.

The pivotal phase 3 clinical trial is the first of 2 that will evaluate the use of DURAVYU for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration.

The designation is based off previously reported phase 3 data from the ongoing DRAGON trial.

Lineage Cell Therapeutics will be presenting data on the safety and tolerability of RG6501 (OpRegen) for the treatment of geographic atrophy, secondary to age-related macular degeneration during the upcoming Clinical Trials at the Summit 2025 meeting.

Kriya Therapeutics presented preclinical data on its gene therapy candidate for the treatment of geographic atrophy.

Ashvattha Therapeutics announced positive interim phase 2 results for migaldendranib for the treatment of AMD and DME.

SYL1801 is a treatment for neovascular macular degeneration administered via eye drops.

New research reveals how low blood sugar can damage the retina in diabetes, highlighting potential treatments targeting specific proteins to prevent vision loss.

Palatin Technologies reveals groundbreaking preclinical results on melanocortin agonists, showcasing their potential to combat diabetic retinopathy and preserve vision.

Optigo Biotherapeutics presents promising preclinical data at ARVO.

Topcon Healthcare launches IDHea, an innovative platform enhancing AI research and ocular data access to improve clinical outcomes in healthcare.

The phase 2 clinical trial data evaluating the efficacy, safety, and dosing intervals of high-dose IBI302 were presented during the annual 2025 ARVO meeting.

The preclinical data was presented during the 2025 ARVO meeting.

The LUMEOS phase 3 clinical trial resulted in botaretigene sparoparvovec not meeting primary endpoints to improve visual navigation of XLRP.

KIO-104 is a therapeutic candidate shown to significantly reduce retinal scar formation.

The VAN-2401 phase 1 clinical trial will evaluate the use of KH658 for the treatment of wet AMD.

Lukas Scheibler, PhD, and Graham Cooper join Tavo Biotherapeutics and chief research and development officer and chief financial officer.

The OcuMet Beacon is a proprietary, noninvasive tool for assessing retinal health. The company said it will be available on the US market for use in clinics and healthcare institutions.

Prevent Blindness has declared May the second annual inherited retinal disease and genetic testing month, offering free resources on education and other awareness efforts.

Topcon Healthcare has appointed Daniela Ferrara, MD, PhD, as chief medical officer to lead the company’s clinical and medical strategy.

Marsh will begin her role as COO April 28.

The FDA did not agree with a supplemental Biologics License Application for the addition of extended dosing intervals of up to 24 weeks across currently-approved indications.

As part of its five-year strategic plan, Prevent Blindness has promoted five individuals to further the organization’s mission.

Nau will lead the company in a new phase of growth and innovation.

The company specializes in advanced modality antibody drugs.