display Latest news from The Glaucoma Foundation on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/the-state-of-genetic-testing-for-glaucoma/?sc=rsin /articles/the-state-of-genetic-testing-for-glaucoma/?sc=rsin Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:55:51 EST The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-tgf-expands-its-grant-in-aid-program-focus-and-increased-funding-for-its-grant-in-aid-program/?sc=rsin /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-tgf-expands-its-grant-in-aid-program-focus-and-increased-funding-for-its-grant-in-aid-program/?sc=rsin Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:00:43 EST TGF has expanded its Grant-in-Aid Program, broadening its focus and increasing funding. Three new grants have just been funded under the new guidelines. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-expands-board-of-directors/?sc=rsin /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-expands-board-of-directors/?sc=rsin Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:00:12 EST Two prominent ophthalmologists join the TGF Board. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/david-letterman-receives-glaucoma-foundation-s-spotlight-award/?sc=rsin /articles/david-letterman-receives-glaucoma-foundation-s-spotlight-award/?sc=rsin Fri, 19 Apr 2024 11:05:31 EST Celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Glaucoma Foundation, writer, performer and producer David Letterman was front and center at TGF's April 18th Gala in New York City, where he received the Foundation's inaugural Chairman's Spotlight Award. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/new-tgfrpb-glaucoma-fellows/?sc=rsin /articles/new-tgfrpb-glaucoma-fellows/?sc=rsin Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:05:49 EST Since 2021 The Glaucoma Foundation (sponsored by Patricia Hill) has been co-funding up to five $10,000 supplemental Fellowships with Research to Prevent Blindness (RPB). The fellowships for 2024, and the winner of the RPB/ TGF Career Advancement Award in Glaucoma have just been announced. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/january-is-glaucoma-awareness-month2/?sc=rsin /articles/january-is-glaucoma-awareness-month2/?sc=rsin Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:05:46 EST Here's a New Year's Resolution you won't regret: Make an appointment for a comprehensive eye examination. It could save your sight. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/28th-annual-glaucoma-foundation-think-tank-set-for-june-910/?sc=rsin /articles/28th-annual-glaucoma-foundation-think-tank-set-for-june-910/?sc=rsin Tue, 30 May 2023 16:05:21 EST Established in 1995, the Glaucoma Foundation's Annual Think Tank has significantly increased the number of people around the world working in the field of glaucoma. All of the speakers at this 2-day will attend in person and the conference will be live-streamed on Zoom. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/dr-louis-r-pasquale-winner-of-the-glaucoma-foundation-s-2023-robert-ritch-award/?sc=rsin /articles/dr-louis-r-pasquale-winner-of-the-glaucoma-foundation-s-2023-robert-ritch-award/?sc=rsin Mon, 22 May 2023 15:30:13 EST The Robert Ritch Award recognizes the contributions of individuals who have played a significant and unique role in promoting the medicine and science of glaucoma. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/start-with-the-young-a-glaucoma-education-pilot-program/?sc=rsin /articles/start-with-the-young-a-glaucoma-education-pilot-program/?sc=rsin Wed, 11 Jan 2023 16:00:48 EST The Glaucoma Foundation (TGF), partnering with the STEM Institute, is launching a unique pilot glaucoma education program in New York City that starts with the young. The program is the first of its kind. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/january-is-glaucoma-awareness-month/?sc=rsin /articles/january-is-glaucoma-awareness-month/?sc=rsin Mon, 02 Jan 2023 14:05:47 EST With early diagnosis and medical and/or surgical treatment, most people with glaucoma will not lose their sight. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-will-hold-a-half-day-cme-accredited-symposium-at-the-harvard-club-in-new-york-on-saturday-october-22/?sc=rsin /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-will-hold-a-half-day-cme-accredited-symposium-at-the-harvard-club-in-new-york-on-saturday-october-22/?sc=rsin Thu, 13 Oct 2022 13:25:30 EST The Glaucoma Seminar 2022, The Future is Now: Translating New Information into Clinical Practice, will provide a unique opportunity for eyecare professionals and others to explore the future of glaucoma diagnosis and treatment. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-launches-third-annual-tgf-art-challenge-to-celebrate-vision/?sc=rsin /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-launches-third-annual-tgf-art-challenge-to-celebrate-vision/?sc=rsin Mon, 15 Aug 2022 15:00:45 EST TGF's Art Challenge is about vision, for vision. Our goal is to end glaucoma - the silent thief of sight. We invite everyone who makes art and everyone who appreciates their vision to join us in raising funds for sight-saving research. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/you-are-invited-to-a-free-glaucoma-foundation-webinar/?sc=rsin /articles/you-are-invited-to-a-free-glaucoma-foundation-webinar/?sc=rsin Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:50:24 EST How will artificial intelligence improve glaucoma care? Join The Glaucoma Foundation for a new webinar with AI researcher Dr. Linda Zangwill on Wednesday, June 8 at 5pm on Zoom. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-tgf-awards-250-000-grant-for-project-forecasting-glaucoma-progression-using-artificial-intelligence/?sc=rsin /articles/the-glaucoma-foundation-tgf-awards-250-000-grant-for-project-forecasting-glaucoma-progression-using-artificial-intelligence/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Jan 2022 07:00:45 EST New research project uses AI strategies to address gaps in glaucoma care. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/27th-glaucoma-foundation-tgf-scientific-think-tank/?sc=rsin /articles/27th-glaucoma-foundation-tgf-scientific-think-tank/?sc=rsin Tue, 19 Oct 2021 10:15:32 EST On October 15th, 33 scientists and glaucoma clinicians from research institutions throughout the US and from Canada, Australia, Sweden, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan and Germany gathered in person and virtually in New York to participate in The Glaucoma Foundation's 27th Annual Scientific Think Tank, this year focusing on "New Vistas in Glaucoma Research." The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/the-second-annual-tgf-art-challenge-to-celebrate-vision/?sc=rsin /articles/the-second-annual-tgf-art-challenge-to-celebrate-vision/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Aug 2021 08:05:49 EST This summer, enjoy celebrating art while you double the impact of your contribution to glaucoma research. The Glaucoma Foundation /articles/bringing-the-latest-glaucoma-science-directly-to-the-patient/?sc=rsin /articles/bringing-the-latest-glaucoma-science-directly-to-the-patient/?sc=rsin Tue, 23 Feb 2021 08:30:39 EST Four brief, illuminating talks by experts on gene therapy, optic nerve regeneration, the role of artificial intelligence, and the importance of trust between physician and patient. The Glaucoma Foundation