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Results of research into the impact of sight loss between adults with sporadic and familial aniridia

Helen Campbell has recently finished studying for her MSc in Genetic and Genomic Counselling at Cardiff University School of Medicine, and works as an Eye Care Liaison Officer (ECLO) for RNIB. Prior to that, she worked in the charity sector … Continue reading

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‘Knowing that you’re not on your own’: Research into internet use by people with aniridia

A researcher has found that for people with aniridia, being online, in relation to their condition is: During the past year, a Cardiff University masters student studied the experiences and attitudes of adults with aniridia towards internet and social media … Continue reading

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Further sight loss with aniridia research: participants wanted

People with aniridia are needed for a research study about worsening sight, whether you have dealt with it or may do in future. Aniridia usually results in low vision from birth. At some point conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma or … Continue reading

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Internet & social media research study: participants wanted

Emily Sterling, a Masters student from the Cardiff University Centre of Medical Education, is looking for adults with aniridia to take part in a research study about their use of the internet and social media. Emily has provided the information … Continue reading

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