From outer space to the eye clinic: New cataract early detection...( a procedure known to cause cataracts wi...),Health

Date:1/12/2009

, a procedure known to cause cataracts within six months to one year. It may also help in the early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, in which an abnormal protein may be found in the lens. In addition, NASA researchers will continue to use the device to look at the impact of long-term space travel on the visual system.

"During a three year mission to Mars, astronauts will experience increased exposure to space radiation that can cause cataracts and other problems," Dr. Ansari explained. "In the absence of proper countermeasures, this may pose a risk for NASA. This technology could help us understand the mechanism for cataract formation so we can work to develop effective countermeasures to mitigate the risk and prevent it in astronauts."

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Contact: NEI News Office neinews@nei.nih.gov 301-496-5248 NIH/National Eye Institute Source:Eurekalert

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