The first isolation of the gene that causes one form of retinitis pigmentosa, a hereditary, degenerative, and currently incurable and blinding disease of the retina. Research Staff Click here for a listing of ophthalmology research staff at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. The Harvard-wide vision research faculty seeks to train the next generation of investigators who can solve fundamental questions in vision and address problems of diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of eye diseases. The areas of laboratory research include Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Immunology, and Neurobiology. Candidates are invited to explore laboratory research projects with one or more faculty mentors.
Vision research forms the core of the program.
Supplementary coursework, seminars, and special events provide specialized knowledge in the area of biology and medicine of vision. The Harvard Chairmen of Ophthalmology and Otology and Laryngology are both housed at the Infirmary. Pending and issued patents related to hearing, vision, drug delivery, voice and balance impairments, neural prostheses, medical devices, and audiological systems are available for possible licensing. The Office of Research Administration, located at 99 West Cedar Street, provides comprehensive management of all aspects of research administration for the Infirmary. If you have persistent health problems or if you have further questions, please consult your health care provider.