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Method Of Inhibiting Alu Rna And Therapeutic Uses Thereof, Jayakrishna Ambati
Method Of Inhibiting Alu Rna And Therapeutic Uses Thereof, Jayakrishna Ambati
Ophthalmology and Visual Science Faculty Patents
The presently-disclosed subject matter includes methods of identifying an Alu RNA inhibitor, and methods and compo sitions for inhibiting Alu RNA. Methods and compositions can be used for the treatment of geographic atrophy and other conditions of interest.
Apparatus And Method For Restoring Eyelid Function, Robert S. Baker, Brian J. Willoughby, Robert R. Marshall
Apparatus And Method For Restoring Eyelid Function, Robert S. Baker, Brian J. Willoughby, Robert R. Marshall
Ophthalmology and Visual Science Faculty Patents
An apparatus is provided to restore eyelid function in a patient unable to voluntarily raise an eyelid. The apparatus includes a spiral torsion spring and pulley arrangement mounted in a housing that is implanted in the superior portion of the orbit of the eye. A wire connects the pulley to the eyelid. A spiral torsion spring provides the necessary spring force in tension to overcome the weight of the eyelid and draw the eyelid open. The natural muscles of eye closure are, however, sufficiently strong to overcome the spring tension thereby paying out wire from the pulley and closing the …