Author:
Gemenetzi M.,Lotery A. J.
Abstract
AbstractThe study of epigenetics has explained some of the ‘missing heritability’ of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The epigenome also provides a substantial contribution to the organisation of the functional retina. There is emerging evidence of specific epigenetic mechanisms associated with AMD. This ‘AMD epigenome’ may offer the chance to develop novel AMD treatments.
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Cell Biology,Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience,Pharmacology,Molecular Biology,Molecular Medicine
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