Retina affected by age-related macular degeneration New findings from UC San Diego researchers highlight genetic factors behind age‑related macular degeneration. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss in people over 60, affecting 10 million Americans. That is more than cataracts and glaucoma combined. Its genetic causes remain unclear, likely involving both hereditary and environmental … Continue reading CIRM-funded study identifies the genetics behind macular degeneration