Glaucoma News
Third Annual “Solving Neurodegeneration” Catalyst Meeting — Neuroscience Experts Assemble in Boston to Seek Innovative Cures
Meeting participants presented new, unpublished research results, followed by group discussions in which new ideas were encouraged.
Sixth Annual Glaucoma Patient Summit “Truly Amazing”
Patients learned about new diagnostic and treatment techniques, research updates, and how to best navigate and advocate in their glaucoma care.
Glaucoma 360: An Incubator for Innovation
Glaucoma 360 is a series of three days of annual events — hosted by Glaucoma Research Foundation — aiming to prevent vision loss from glaucoma and speed the cure.
New Research from GRF-funded Investigators Reports Discovery of New Type of Neuron in the Eye
The discovery of how intricate networks of blood vessels in the eye and brain are formed could inspire new treatments for glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and stroke.
David S. Friedman, MD, PhD, MPH joins Glaucoma Research Foundation Board of Directors
“David Friedman is a distinguished ophthalmologist and a leader in glaucoma clinical care, research, and education,” said Thomas Brunner, President and CEO, Glaucoma Research Foundation.
Award-winning author Kristin Smedley will deliver Keynote at Glaucoma Research Foundation 2024 Patient Summit
The sixth annual Patient Summit will bring together patients, caregivers, and vision experts for inspiration, information, and insight on living with glaucoma.
GRF Honors Optics Pioneer, Charles Munnerlyn, PhD, and Judith Munnerlyn at Annual Gala
Judy and Charles Munnerlyn were honored to recognize their extraordinary contributions to improving vision for people around the world.
Glaucoma Research Foundation establishes Strategic Advisory Council
The prestigious group brings together key industry leaders and members of the corporate community dedicated to glaucoma patient care.
Tracy M. Valorie joins Glaucoma Research Foundation Board of Directors
Glaucoma Research Foundation has elected Tracy M. Valorie, BS, MBA to its Board of Directors.
Glaucoma Research Foundation Awards 2024 Shaffer Prize to Myoungsup Sim, PhD
“Being recognized by the Shaffer Prize has validated the significance of my research project and its potential to advance our understanding of glaucoma,” Dr. Sim said.
Glaucoma Research Foundation Releases Informational Audiobook for Glaucoma Patients in Collaboration with Braille Institute of America
The free glaucoma audiobook, narrated by Bianca Beach, is available for patients and their families to listen, download, and share.
Glaucoma Research Foundation Announces $2.5 Million in Grants to Cure Glaucoma
“This is the largest annual research budget in our 46-year history,” said Thomas M. Brunner, GRF President and CEO.
World Glaucoma Week
The Glaucoma Research Foundation in San Francisco joins eye health organizations and eye care professionals worldwide for World Glaucoma Week each year in March.
Faces of Glaucoma Campaign (January is Glaucoma Awareness Month)
January is national Glaucoma Awareness Month in the United States.
“Solving Neurodegeneration 2” Catalyst Meeting Convenes Neuroscience Experts in Boston
“Our goal for this meeting was to spark some new ideas and approaches to solving neurodegeneration.”
Elite Paratriathlete Amy Dixon Delivers Keynote at Glaucoma Research Foundation’s 2023 Patient Summit
Visually impaired professional triathlete Amy Dixon was the keynote speaker at our 2023 Patient Summit.
The 2023 Shaffer Grants for Innovative Glaucoma Research
GRF’s $50,000 grants initiate creative research ideas.
Where To Find Credible Information About Glaucoma
Receiving a Glaucoma diagnosis can be scary, especially if you don’t know much about it. Here’s where you can find accurate and credible information.
2023 Shaffer Research Prize Awarded to Dr. Rachel Wang Kuchtey and Dr. Lev Prasov
The Shaffer Prize for Innovative Glaucoma Research recognizes grant recipients whose projects best exemplify the pursuit of breakthrough ideas to better understand and cure glaucoma.
Glaucoma Research Foundation Launches Catalyst For A Cure Initiative to Prevent and Cure Neurodegeneration
The groundbreaking collaborative research program will explore common characteristics of glaucoma and Alzheimer’s.
Eyes On Glaucoma Raises $1,000 for Glaucoma Research Foundation
“Eyes On Eyecare” is dedicated to furthering research worldwide by providing clinical and career education to younger optometrists and ophthalmologists.
Innovative Research to Find a Cure
At Glaucoma Research Foundation, we share your sense of urgency to do all we can to speed the pace of discovery for a cure for glaucoma.
Glaucoma Research Foundation Honors and Celebrates Glaucoma Innovators at 2022 Annual Gala
“Glaucoma 360 honorees Ronald Fellman, MD, David Calkins, PhD, and Steven and Michele Kirsch have inspired us each in their own unique way,” said GRF Board Chair Andrew Iwach, MD.
Glaucoma Research Foundation Salutes Dr. Percy Julian in Honor of Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, Glaucoma Research Foundation recognizes Dr. Julian and urges everyone, especially African Americans, to be tested for glaucoma.
Akorn Employees Raise $50,000 for Glaucoma Research Foundation
“We realized we could support people actually looking for a cure. And then we said, ‘Wouldn’t it be great if we could fund a scientist?’”