RECENT GLAUCOMA RESEARCH

This section contains the following articles about recent glaucoma research:

The Genetic Basis of Glaucoma

Dr Andrea Vincent was the recipient of the 2007 Glaucoma NZ Research Grant. Click below to read a series of three articles she wrote for Eyelights about research into the genetics of glaucoma.

The Genetic Basis of Glaucoma Part 1

The Genetic Basis of Glaucoma Part 2

The Genetic Basis of Glaucoma Part 3

Neuroprotection

New research is aimed at strengthening the optic nerve.

Blood flow 

Abnormalities in blood flow to the back of the eye have a role in glaucoma.

Knowledge and Quality of Life in Glaucoma

Dr Narme Deva was one recipient of the 2006 Glaucoma NZ Research Grant. Click on the heading to read her summary of some of the findings of her research