5th Meeting of Eye Research Groups in Gießen and Marburg

On September 4th, 2025, we came together for the 5th meeting of the eye research groups from Gießen and Marburg, marking another exciting opportunity to share knowledge and advance our collaborative work in ophthalmology. This time, we were warmly hosted by Moritz Lindner’s group at the Institute of Physiology in Marburg. After what we hope was a restful summer break, we—along with the groups led by Knut Stieger (Gießen), Heidrun Deissler (Gießen), and Markus Preising (Gießen)—were excited to reconnect, exchange ideas, and dive back into our research.

The meeting was filled with insightful presentations from both PhD students and PIs, reflecting the range of experimental approaches we're exploring in our eye research efforts in Marburg and Gießen. It’s always inspiring to see the hard work and creativity within our community. Some of the fascinating topics we discussed included:

- Nanoparticles for mRNA Delivery in Ocular Therapy

- Gene Editing in the ABCA4 Gene

- The Effect of AAV-Expressed Opsonins on Gene Expression in RD1 Mice

- Characterization of a Rod/Cone Degeneration Mouse Model for Gene Therapy

- Impact of Hyperoxia on the Vascular Network in iNOS Deficient and Wild-Type Mice

- Claudin-1, Proteasome Inhibitors, and Endothelial Cell Barrier Function

- C3 and Its Role in RPE Cells

Overall, the meeting was a vibrant exchange of ideas and a perfect reflection of how collaborative work can push the boundaries of experimental eye research. The breadth of topics we covered highlighted just how dynamic our field is and reminded us of the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration.