NIHR Moorfields Biomedical research Centre
The NIHR Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) is part of the NIHR. We are a partnership between Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and UCL Institute of Ophthalmology.
We are dedicated to pioneering research that transforms the lives of patients facing sight loss. Our vision is to change lives across the UK and the world by preserving sight and driving equity through innovation, particularly for those with the greatest need.
We are dedicated to pioneering research that transforms the lives of patients facing sight loss. Our vision is to change lives across the UK and the world by preserving sight and driving equity through innovation, particularly for those with the greatest need.
We are the only BRC dedicated to eye health research. Since 2007, we have been pioneering the translation of laboratory discoveries into treatments for the benefit of patients with eye conditions and for the NHS. Our university-hospital partnership is ranked number one in the world for ophthalmology research (Center for World University Rankings 2017).
We have five themes or areas in our research.
Vascular Disease and Inflammation - investigating how blood vessels in the eye and immune cells can be managed to save sight across different eye diseases. Using our world class expertise in microvascular biology.
Translational Data Science - using data analysis and artificial intelligence (AI), we identify patients at the highest risk of blindness and predict how a person might respond to treatments. In turn, reducing the time and cost it takes to treat each person.
Genomic Discovery and Therapeutics - harnessing genomic data and expertise to develop effective treatments to improve outcomes for patients. Genetic conditions of the retina effect 1 in 2000 people costing £525 million per year.
Imaging, Visual Assessment and Digital Innovation - helping to streamline the 10% of NHS appointments dedicated to eye health. We aim to this by advancing scanning, artificial intelligence and digital innovation in diagnostic technologies.
Regenerative Therapy, Lasers, Medical Devices - looking to lessen the burden on the public purse by creating one off treatments for common eye diseases and deterioration.
To find out more about our work and to access our services, go to: https://www.moorfieldsbrc.nihr.ac.uk/