Associate Editor, Ophthalmology Times
Viridian Therapeutics chooses VRDN-003 as lead subcutaneous therapy for Thyroid Eye Disease
December 19th 2023Viridian's VRDN-003, a subcutaneous therapy for thyroid eye disease, has demonstrated positive data in a Phase 1 clinical study, with an extended half-life of 40-50 days. The company plans to initiate global pivotal trials in mid-2024, aiming to transform TED treatment with less frequent dosing intervals.
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Curing genetic blindness with space-enhanced artificial retinas
December 13th 2023LambdaVision seeks to cure genetic blindness with a protein-based artificial retina. Harnessing microgravity in low-Earth orbit, the company collaborates with NASA and the ISS to perfect its manufacturing process.
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Advancements in ophthalmology: A comprehensive look at the FDA's 2023 approvals
December 12th 2023Ophthalmology witnessed a transformative year with 12 FDA approvals. As the year concludes, there remains a robust pipeline of drugs, setting high expectations for continued advancements in ophthalmological care in 2024 and beyond.
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Grant from the Optica Foundation fuels research to help detect undetectable glaucoma
December 12th 2023The system hopes to use optical coherence tomography (OCT), while at the same time, leverage air and ultrasonic pulses to excite the mechanical waves in the cornea, enabling the detection of normotensive glaucoma.
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TP-03 (lotilaner ophthalmic solution, 0.25%) was approved by the FDA in 2023 under the brand name Xdemvy for the treatment of Demodex blepharitis and s being evaluated as an investigational therapy for the treatment of Meibomian Gland Disease (MGD) in patients with Demodex mites.
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AAO 2023: Paul Runge and his ROP treatments in the Ukraine
November 8th 2023Paul Runge, MD, FACS, spoke with Ophthalmology Times about his time in Ukraine treating retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) and implementing the Norlase Lion laser at this year's American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting.
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AAO 2023: FundamentalVR and AAO team up for pediatric ophthalmic training VR program
November 3rd 2023The collaboration, fueled by a $5 million donation from Knights Templar Eye Foundation (KTEF), will introduce a free and open VR simulation program for ophthalmologists and trainees worldwide.
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STAAR Surgical celebrates 30th anniversary of Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL).
October 17th 2023EVO ICLs, which evolved from early generation ICLs, offer a lens-based alternative for the correction/reduction of refractive error in people who currently use glasses and/or contact lenses for vision correction.
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Aldeyra Therapeutics faces stock plunge and potential FDA setback for reproxalap approval
October 16th 2023Aldeyra Therapeutics encounters a significant setback, with its stock value plummeting nearly 70%. The FDA indicates a potential Complete Response Letter (CRL) for reproxalap, a dry eye treatment, despite a scheduled Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date of November 23, 2023.
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