The Eye’s Immune Secrets
The eye is unique in that it doesn’t follow the usual path when it comes to immune response. One scenario involves a specific protein that regulates the vascular barrier. This in turn weakens a signaling system, it lower levels of another protein and this can damage protective barriers in the brain and eyes. Another scenario […]
Small Molecules, Biosimilars & Therapeutic Targets
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects 11 million people in the U.S. It occurs when aging causes damage to the macula, the part of the eye that controls straight-ahead vision. There are two types: dry AMD and wet AMD. Dry AMD is when the macula gets thinner with age, while wet AMD occurs when abnormal blood […]