Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy Giving Smarter Guide
Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
Today, there are no available treatments to reliably prevent, halt, or reverse LHON vision loss. However, the field is poised for discovery. In 2024, SPARC assessed the current state of the field and funding landscape to uncover where philanthropic funding could have the greatest impact on LHON research. This Giving Smarter Guide highlights how addressing challenges related to small size and funding creates a clear opportunity to build a sustainable, interdisciplinary, patient-centered research ecosystem.