April 12, 2025

High and low levels of high-density lipoprotein were found to be significantly associated with the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration, reports a team of researchers from the University of California San Diego.

February 28, 2025

The research began in 2021 to study the PRPH2 gene linked to early macular degeneration and loss of central vision. This stem cell research aims to develop an early diagnosis and cure. The Nixon Visions Foundation is also partnering with the Foundation Fighting Blindness to build momentum and increase national and global research in this area.

February 27, 2025

In November 2022, Hanna and Mark Gleiberman made a transformational gift to the Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology and the Shiley Eye Institute (SEI) at UC San Diego in support of restoring vision loss from glaucoma.

December 6, 2024

UC San Diego Health and a mother’s love lead to the simple joy of restful sleep for 7-year-old

November 22, 2024

Shiley is having some contr

May 6, 2025

We are excited to announce that Shiley Research Day

December 21, 2024

SEI celebrates our dear friend Darlene Shiley as the 2023 UC San Diego Lifetime Legacy Award recipient. Darlene and Donald Shiley's transformational gift established SEI at UC San Diego.

November 22, 2024

Advanced Oculofacial Surgery: Techniques and Trends is a specialized course designed for oculofacial surgeons at any level, interested in mastering the intricacies of oculofacial surgical procedures.

May 9, 2025

Andrew J. Viterbi, a renowned pioneer in the communications world, is creating a lasting legacy in health care through a philanthropic gift of $50 million to UCSD.

April 23, 2025

Meet Jill Herndon and learn about her planned estate giving.

November 22, 2024