Blindness (disorder)

This study compares two types of weight-loss surgery (gastric bypass and gastric banding) with an intensive diet and exercise program for controlling type 2 diabetes in moderately obese adults aged 25 to 55. The goal is to see which approach works best for improving diabetes and …

This Phase 3 trial tests a single injection of Ixo-vec gene therapy in 311 people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The goal is to see if it can maintain or improve vision as well as standard aflibercept injections, but with fewer follow-up treatments. Participants…

This study follows 23 people with wet age-related macular degeneration who received a single dose of ADVM-022 gene therapy in an earlier trial. Researchers are checking how safe the treatment is over time and whether it continues to control the disease, potentially reducing the n…

This study tested a prism device designed to expand the field of view for people who have lost vision in one eye. The goal was to see if the prism helps them detect pedestrians approaching from their blind side during a simulated walking task. Only one person participated before …

This study tests a device that uses real-time sound feedback to help people with vision loss fix their gaze on a target. Participants hear sounds that guide their eyes back to center when they drift. The goal is to improve the quality of eye imaging by reducing blur from eye move…

This study tests whether AI-powered software can improve the usefulness of artificial vision for people with visual prostheses (bionic eyes). The goal is to help users better understand what they see by enhancing the visual scene, similar to augmented reality. Participants will p…

This study aims to help adults aged 40 and older in Upper Manhattan get better eye care. It will offer free eye screenings at local health centers and senior centers, and provide support like scheduling appointments and transportation. The goal is to see if this extra help leads …

This study looks at how to better check vision in older adults (65+) who come to the hospital after a fall. Falls are common and costly, and poor eyesight can double the risk of falling again. Researchers will talk to patients, carers, and health professionals to develop a practi…

This study tests whether stimulating the visual part of the brain can create visual sensations in blind volunteers. Five adults who are blind will have a device implanted in their skull to deliver tiny electrical pulses. The goal is to learn where and how much stimulation is need…

This study offers free vision screenings to underserved adults over 40 living in affordable housing in Harlem and Washington Heights. The goal is to find eye problems like glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy early and connect people with follow-up care. About 749 partic…