Schepens Eye Research Institute

VGX-100 identified as potential therapy for improving corneal graft survival

Monday, January 30, 2012 02:40 PM

Circadian Technologies has published data in Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science (IOVS) showing that VEGF-C expression is markedly up-regulated in corneal graft rejection. The data also showed that VEGF-C blockade, through administration of Circadian's lead development candidate VGX-100, a human antibody against VEGF-C, significantly improved corneal graft survival in an animal model. The data indicates a new therapeutic opportunity for VGX-100 to improve corneal graft survival.

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Mass. Eye and Ear, Schepens Eye Research merging

Friday, June 10, 2011 12:17 PM

The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and Schepens Eye Research Institute are combining forces to create the world's largest basic and clinical ophthalmology research enterprise, with full spectrum bench-to-bedside research that will translate more quickly into better treatment for blinding diseases and, ultimately, cures.

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