CURRENT RESEARCH
2024 Research Grant Awarded:
“The Role of Melanopsin Retinal Ganglia Cells in Blepharospasm”
Total BEBRF Funded – ~$50,000
Dr. Brian Berman (Virginia Commonwealth University)
Recent data shows that up to 94% of blepharospasm patients report light sensitivity. This research project is related to the pathophysiology of photosensitivity in blepharospasm patients.
PAST RESEARCH
Since 1985, the Foundation has funded nearly three million dollars in research into the cause, treatments, and cure for blepharospasm and its related disorders. The funding for this research has come directly from the donations made by individuals to the Foundation. The esteemed researchers come from around the world. Each year the Medical Advisory Board reviews the research grant applications for their scientific and medical merit. The link below will lead to a list of all research projects funded by the Foundation to date.
