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Grants > Novel Gene-Therapy Approach for Glaucoma Updated On: Ene. 23, 2025
National Glaucoma Research Grant

Novel Gene-Therapy Approach for Glaucoma

Controlling Eye Pressure in New Ways
Simon John, PhD

Principal Investigator

Simon John, PhD

Columbia University

New York, NY, USA

About the Research Project

Program

National Glaucoma Research

Award Type

Bold Ideas initiatives

Award Amount

$1,000,000

Active Dates

March 31, 2021 - June 30, 2024

Grant ID

CG2020004

Acknowledgement

Part D of Joint Research Award for a Collaborative Interinstitutional Grant.

Goals

The project aims to develop and test resources for Schlemm’s canal specific targeting and expression of genes for gene therapy. Successful development of this targeted therapy will help control eye pressure more effectively and provide better treatment options for glaucoma patients.