Researchers in Trinity College Dublin (TCD) announced today a breakthrough in understanding the cause of one of the most common eye disorders which can result in blindness, Retinitus Pigmentosa. The discovery, they claim, is a major step towards finding a cure for the condition.
Report shows Cearbhall O Meadhra, and other Retinitis Pigmentosa sufferers at press conference in Trinity College Genetics department.
Interview with Doctor Peter Humphries, Head of Research, Genetics Department, who says that now the genes have been located, they can proceed with isolating them.
The reporter is Teresa Mannion.
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