Eyes On Research

Are you or do you know anyone who is colourblind? It is indeed quite common, with prevalences as high as 8% in some ethnicities. Listen to our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, as he walks us through how the colour machinery works in the eye, as well as the types of colour blindness and how it is inherited. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

If you are like me, you love a good ol’ double espresso early in the morning. But can coffee consumption cause any damage in our eyes and vision? In this episode, we will be talking about the pharmacological effects of caffeine in the body and its associations with diseases in the eye. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Do you need to wear glasses or contact lenses, and never knew what was going on exactly? Well, look no further! Our host, Dr. Thales Guimaraes, is walking us through what these very common types of problems are, who is at risk, and how it is currently managed. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

In this episode, we will be talking about Stargardt disease, one of the most common forms of inherited retinal disease. Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will talk about basic concepts, the main symptoms reported by patients, and the main avenues of treatment. Shoutout to Stargardt’s Connected, a family support group for the disease. You can visit them at https://stargardtsconnected.org.uk/. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Have you heard of Keratoconus? Join us as our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, walks us through what it is, its causes and available treatments. Spoiler alert: do not rub your eyes! Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

You may have heard many times about the promises of stem cell-based treatments. But where exactly do we stand research-wise, and are we ready to treat retinal degenerations with stem cell? Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will answer this question while providing a summary of the advances to date. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Myopia, a.k.a. short-sightedness is a common type of refractive error. But did you know that, in some countries, 8 out of every 10 individuals are short-sighted? And worse – it is estimated that 50% of the worldwide population will have shortsightedness by 2050! Listen to our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, going through all the scientific evidence available to explain why the prevalence of myopia has skyrocketed! Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

We are back with the right foot! In this episode, we will discuss the most common cause of visual loss in adults above 50 years of age, a complex disease called age-related macular degeneration. Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will also be talking about the forms of the disease, new approved treatments and what the future holds. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Have you heard of the story of the Pingelap island, a.k.a. The Island of the Colourblind? In this episode, we will be talking about an extreme form of inherited colourblindness called achromatopsia. Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will also be discussing where we stand in terms of treatments. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

I know, we have all been there at a certain point. This gritty sensation of dry eyes is more than just a nuisance. Join our host today, Dr Thales Guimaraes, to learn a bit of Dry Eye Syndrome, what it is and why it happens, how to prevent and what the future holds. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Following up from our last episode on Smart Contact Lenses, we will now be talking about these devices which aim to electrically activate neurons and return vision to blind individuals. Listen to learn how it works, its limitations and where we currently stand in this promising field. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

In this episode, we are delving into the world of smart contact lenses - the innovation that's not just about better vision, but also transforming healthcare and augmented reality (AR). Discover how these lenses adapt to changing conditions, monitor your health, and open up exciting AR experiences. While we are in this topic, we will also address the real challenges. The future of vision enhancement is right before your eyes! Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Have you heard of high altitude retinopathy? It is part of a spectrum of features that can happen when an individual is exposed to high altitude environments. Learn what this is and how it happens, how to prevent and treat this condition. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Calling all eclipse gazers! We have all heard about the damage that Sunlight and prolonged Sun exposure can cause to our eyes, but is that true? Yes, it certainly is! What kind of damage are we talking about? Listen to our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, who will talk us through all forms of ocular damage associated with UV rays and how to avoid them, including the proper protection to safely gaze at a Solar eclipse! Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

It is safe to say that we live in the era of genetics. Amongst the most promising avenue of new treatments are the gene therapies, to which we have recently seen an explosion in the number of clinical trials using this technology. But do you know what this is and how it is used? Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will talk us through basic concepts, the difficulties and the future of gene therapy. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

There has been an explosion of clinical trials testing new drugs for diseases in the eye. But do you know how long the drug development process is and what this journey entails? Also, did you know that there are different phases of clinical trials? Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will walk us through this topic. You don’t want to miss this one! Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Usher syndrome is the leading cause of inherited dual sensory impairment in children — that is, combined vision and hearing loss. Our host, Thales, will be talking about what the syndrome is, its subtypes and where we stand in terms of active clinical trials. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

But is it a cone or cone-rod dystrophy? A question we get asked by a considerable amount of patients affected by inherited retinal dystrophies. Unsurprisingly, it is a question that many doctors struggle to answer with certainty because the features of those diseases frequently overlap. Our host, Thales, will explore this topic and arm patients (and doctors) with the knowledge and tools to provide an accurate answer to this question. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Do you know the purpose of family support groups and charities, particularly in the context of rare diseases? Believe it or not, their role tends to be poorly recognised. We have the immense honour to have Bhavna Tailor, founder and CEO of Stargardt’s Connected, to help us set the record straight. Do check Stargardt’s Connected website, stargardtsconnected.org.uk, and feel free to reach out to them via info@stargardtsconnected.org.uk. Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!

Have you heard of blue light filtering lenses, or in short, blue blocking lenses? These are used in prescription glasses and intraocular lenses inserted into the eye typically after cataract surgery. They are marketed as a way to offer protection to the retina, improve sleeping patterns and reduce eye strain. But what does research really tell us? Drop us a message. Support the Show. If you like what we do, consider supporting us by clicking in the link above. We also have articles there on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. All of our social media accounts are linked in our podcast website www.eyesonresearch.org. See you in the next episode!