Neuroscience and ageing
Age-related eye disease accounts for more than 70% of all vision loss in the UK, with macular disease being the leading cause.
Our research provides an ideal platform for the development of new and improved methods for the detection and management of visual problems relating to the nervous system and ageing.
Our research is enhanced by strong links with the Neuroscience and Mental Health Research Institute, the Dementia Research Institute (DRI), and the Cardiff University Brain Imaging Research Centre (CUBRIC).
Staff members
Professor Jonathan Erichsen
Professor of Visual Neuroscience
- erichsenjt@cardiff.ac.uk
- +44 (0)29 2087 5656
Professor Marcela Votruba
Professor and Hon. Consultant in Ophthalmology
- votrubam@cardiff.ac.uk
- +44(0)29 2087 0117
Dr Julie Albon
Senior Lecturer, Deputy Director of Research, Optic Nerve Head Group Leader, HTA Person designate for Cathays Park HTA satellite licence
- albonj@cardiff.ac.uk
- +44 29208 75427
Dr Matt J Dunn
Lecturer, Deputy Director of Postgraduate Research
- dunnmj1@cardiff.ac.uk
- +44(0)29 208 70576
Research groups
Our neuro-degeneration and ageing theme is pursued within six collaborative groups:
- Neurodegeneration to regeneration (N2R)
- Eye Movement Experimental Research Group (EMERG)
- Structural Biophysics
- Ocular Therapeutics Group
- Ophthalmic Public Health Group
- Macular Research Group
By participating in our important research, you help us to further our knowledge and improve patients' lives.
