Tonia Rex
Vanderbilt Brain Institute (VBI)
Vanderbilt Eye Institute
Vanderbilt Vision Research Center (VVRC)
We are investigating mechanisms and therapies for complex neurodegenerations of the visual system. We use dietary, pharmacologic, gene therapy and cell therapy approaches to provide neuroprotection and neuroregeneration in models of glaucoma and neurotrauma. We also have a clinical study to understand the physiological basis for self-reported sensory dysfunction in TBI patients and develop quantitative diagnostics for their symptoms.
We are investigating mechanisms and therapies for complex neurodegenerations of the visual system. We use dietary, pharmacologic, gene therapy and cell therapy approaches to provide neuroprotection and neuroregeneration in models of glaucoma and neurotrauma. We also have a clinical study to understand the physiological basis for self-reported sensory dysfunction in TBI patients and develop quantitative diagnostics for their symptoms.
Keywords: visual system , neurodegeneration , gene therapy , neuroprotection , neuroregeneration , translational
Research Area: Visual Sciences , Neurodegeneration and Neuroinflamation