Our research projects
Since 1987 the Macular Society has invested around £10 million in over 100 research projects. Each year we invite applications for research grants, PhD studentships and seedcorn grants which are assessed by our Research Committee.
Research grants
Research grants are for projects of up to three years duration and up to £250,000, which covers everything from laboratory chemicals to salaries.
PhD studentships
A PhD studentship funds a student to undertake a three year research project. The student submits a thesis for qualification of the degree, which is the highest level of academic degree attainable.
Seedcorn projects
A seedcorn grant is funding of up to £25,000 to generate preliminary data to advance innovative and novel ideas.
Developing eye drops that can reach the back of the eye
Developing eye drops to reach the macula at the back of the eye. To treat macular diseases such as wet age-related macular disease.
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Improving the integration of stem cell transplants in the retina
Stem cell therapy is a promising area of research for a treatment for macular disease.
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Investigating how eye doctors discuss AMD with patients
Researching and giving guidelines on how ophthalmologists discuss lifestyle changes with dry age-related macular degeneration patients.
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Stopping the build-up of toxic waste in dry AMD
Research looking into the removal of toxic waste in cells of the retina that could lead to dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
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The impact of misaligned daily light cycles on the development of diabetic retinopathy
This research looks into the impact of circadian rhythms on the development of diabetic retinopathy (DR).
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The role of the protein ABCC5 in diabetic macular oedema
The ABCC5 protein is involved in diabetic macular oedema (DMO) and plays a role in cell transport. Are these inter-linked?
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