Understanding Inherited Retinal Diseases

A Free Resource of A Race Against Blindness

Comprehensive, up-to-date information on 53 IRD conditions and 125 associated genes. Empowering patients, families, and researchers with the latest research insights.

IRD Conditions

Gene Profiles

Clinical Trials

Research Updates

For Patients & Families

Newly Diagnosed?

Getting an IRD diagnosis can be overwhelming. We have guides written specifically for patients and parents at the moment of diagnosis — clear, compassionate, and medically accurate.

Patient Guides

"I was just diagnosed with an IRD — what does this mean?" Guides covering prognosis, treatment options, and next steps for each of our 53 conditions.

Parent Guides

"My child was diagnosed with an IRD." Guides written for parents navigating a new diagnosis — what to expect, how to support your child, and where to find help.

Disease Profiles

Comprehensive information

Detailed overviews of 53 inherited retinal conditions.

Gene Index

125 associated genes

Explore genes associated with inherited retinal diseases — molecular function, mutation spectra, and therapeutic targets.

Find a Specialist

Connect with experts

Connect with physicians and research centers specializing in inherited retinal diseases.

Expert Physicians & Researchers

Medical & Research Centers

US States Covered

Search by State, Condition, or Institution

Filter specialists by location, condition expertise, academic affiliation, and more. Includes Luxturna gene therapy treatment centers and pediatric IRD specialists.

Active Clinical Trials

Treatment pipeline

Track gene therapy and treatment trials for inherited retinal diseases.

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Latest news & insights

Stay informed with the latest IRD research, news, and clinical developments.

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Interactive visualization

Gene-Condition Network

Explore the interactive network visualization showing how genes and conditions are interconnected. Discover shared genetic pathways, understand how mutations in one gene can cause multiple conditions, and see the full landscape of IRD genetics at a glance.

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Genes Mapped

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Conditions

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Gene-Condition Links

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PubMed Articles

Supporting Sight-Saving Research

A Race Against Blindness is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit funding cutting-edge research to cure inherited retinal diseases in children. This education hub is one of many free resources we provide to the IRD community.

IRD Education Hub

Free resource on 53 inherited retinal diseases and 125 genes. Explore conditions, clinical trials, gene therapy, and find specialists.