Hope in Focus Research and Community Updates

Join Hope in Focus for our quarterly conversation featuring the latest updates in LCA and inherited retinal disease research, clinical trials, and the community.

Hear what’s happening across the IRD landscape, learn about the latest developments, and connect with our team to ask questions and share what matters most to you.

Upcoming Conversations

Date: November 5th, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm

Listen in as Ben Shaberman, Science Communications Advisor at Hope in Focus, shares the latest research and treatment developments in LCA and other inherited retinal diseases. Ben will highlight recent progress in gene therapy, clinical trials, and other emerging approaches across the IRD community. Courtney Coates, Executive Director of Hope in Focus, will then share updates from the Hope in Focus community, including recent programs, events, advocacy efforts, and ways to stay connected.

The session will wrap up with a Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask Ben and Courtney their questions.