An Investment in Research and Innovation
La Nineta dels Ulls Foundation is pleased to announce that it has received €25,000 in funding from the FEDER Foundation for the project “Non-invasive and Early Identification of Retinoblastoma Using Raman Spectroscopy”.
The project is developed jointly by the ICFO (Catalan Institute of Photonics) and the Hospital Sant Joan de Déu, combining cutting-edge photonics research with clinical expertise in pediatrics and ophthalmology. This collaboration enables the implementation of innovative technologies that facilitate a more precise and faster detection of retinoblastoma in children.
Scientific Validation of Reference
The grant was evaluated by a specialist committee from the Carlos III Institute, a leading institution in biomedical research in Spain. This evaluation provides the project with strong scientific validation, reinforcing confidence in its results and the impact it can have on diagnosing and treating children with retinoblastoma.
How the Early Detection Project Works
The project uses Raman spectroscopy, an innovative and non-invasive technique that can detect molecular changes in ocular tissues before they become visible with conventional methods. The combined expertise of ICFO and Hospital Sant Joan de Déu ensures safe and efficient protocols for children.
A Step Forward in Research and Innovation for Families
This funding, together with the collaboration between ICFO and Hospital Sant Joan de Déu and the scientific validation by the Carlos III Institute, represents a crucial boost to continue advancing research and bring hope to families affected by retinoblastoma.
The project highlights the Foundation’s commitment to cutting-edge research, showing that photonics technology applied to health can have a direct impact on the early detection of retinoblastoma.
Future Perspectives
With this support and the collaboration between ICFO and Hospital Sant Joan de Déu, the project can expand into larger clinical studies, potentially leading to early detection protocols that can be replicated nationwide.
More information about the project and the technology used can be found here: Photonics for Patient Stratification
