Award
National Eye Institute 1R01EY037733-01
How retinal silencing restores synaptic strength in visual cortex of adult amblyopia
Recipient
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Award Amount
$2,294,505.00
Ceiling
$2,294,505.00
Awarded
August 25, 2025
Identifier
1R01EY037733-01
This NIH grant supports research on how temporary retinal silencing can restore synaptic strength in the visual cortex of adults with amblyopia, potentially leading to improved treatments.
Description
A NIH grant awarded by the National Eye Institute (NEI) to study the mechanisms of recovery from amblyopia through retinal silencing, aiming to develop new treatments for this visual disorder.