Doheny Eye Institute

Researchers from the Doheny Image Reading and Research Lab (DIRRL) shared their latest work as part of the Work in Progress series, a forum designed to foster collaboration, spark new ideas, and advance vision research through open discussion.

Under the guidance of Dr. SriniVas Sadda, research fellow Alberto Quarta presented "Basal Laminar Deposits in Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Extensive Macular Atrophy with Pseudodrusen-like Appearance," while research fellow Shinichiro Chujo presented "Photoreceptor Density and Geographic Atrophy Progression."

These sessions provide an opportunity for researchers to share emerging findings, exchange perspectives, and inspire new questions that help drive scientific discovery forward.

Applications are now open for the David R. Hinton Scholarship Program!

Established in 2023, the program honors Dr. David Hinton's longstanding commitment to advancing dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) research and mentoring the next generation of scientists.

The scholarship provides promising early-career researchers with the opportunity to attend the prestigious Ryan Initiative for Macular Research (RIMR) Conference, where leading experts collaborate to address the most pressing unanswered questions in dry AMD.

Scholarship recipients will engage directly with internationally recognized investigators, contribute to scientific discussions, and build valuable professional connections.

📅 Application Period: June 1 – August 3, 2026

Eligible applicants:
• MD, PhD, or equivalent degree
• Assistant Professor, Senior Instructor, or equivalent research scientist
• Academic institution appointment
• Demonstrated interest in dry AMD research

Learn more and apply: https://rimr.doheny.org/hinton/

An incredible show of support from the Luminaires! Thank you for your generous gift to Doheny Eye Institute.

Support like this allows us to focus on what matters most, from tackling diseases like AMD and diabetic retinopathy to advancing AI that’s reshaping how we understand and treat vision loss.

We’re so grateful to have you with us in this work.