Ocular Albinism (Oa1) and Retinal Ganglion Cell Development
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Ocular Albinism (Oa1) and Retinal Ganglion Cell Development: The National Eye Institute (NEI) wishes to promote research on the pathogenesis and treatment of Ocular Albinism 1 (OA1) and related developmental disorders. Individuals with OA1 demonstrate a congenital reduction or absence of melanin pigment in the eye, which results in poor visual acuity. Recent research on the enzymes and genes involved in the production of melanin has provided a deeper understanding of the molecular genetic defects associated with albinism. The pathology of OA1 also includes developmental disturbances in retinal ganglion cell (RGC) axon development. These lead to visual abnormalities such as nystagmus, strabismus, foveal hypoplasia, photophobia, and refractive errors. This Request for Applications (RFA) solicits basic, translational, and clinical research projects which will provide a clearer understanding of OA1 as well developmental retinal disorders affecting the number and routing of central visual projections. Knowledge gained by research in this area will provide the scientific rationale for new forms of diagnosis and treatment.
| Federal Grant Title: | Ocular Albinism (Oa1) and Retinal Ganglion Cell Development |
| Federal Agency Name: | National Institutes of Health |
| Grant Categories: | Health |
| Type of Opportunity: | Discretionary |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-EY-03-003 |
| Type of Funding: | Grant |
| CFDA Numbers: | Information not provided |
| CFDA Descriptions: | Information not provided |
| Current Application Deadline: | No deadline provided |
| Original Application Deadline: | Aug 15, 2003 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2003 |
| Creation Date: | Sep 14, 2003 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 14, 2003 |
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| Cost Sharing or Matching: | No |
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