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Optimising the method for isolating ocular surface microRNA using impression cytology
journal contribution
posted on 2022-06-07, 16:14 authored by Emily Greenan, Conor MurphyConor Murphy, Joan Ni Gabhann-DromgooleJoan Ni Gabhann-DromgooleConjunctival impression cytology (CIC) has evolved as a reliable method for obtaining superficial epithelial cells from the ocular surface in comparison to more invasive harvesting techniques such as brush cytology, smears and biopsies. Its use in research has played a critical role in adding to our understanding of ocular surface pathology and as its molecular applications broaden, it may facilitate the development of targeted therapies and personalised medicine in the future
Funding
Utilising microRNA-based therapeutics for the development of novel targeted drug delivery device for patients with dry eye disease (DED) | Funder: Royal Victoria Eye & Ear Hospital Research Foundation | Grant ID: RVEEH-RCSI-2019
Utilising microRNA-based therapeutics for the development of novel targeted drug delivery device for patients with dry eye disease (DED) | Funder: Irish College of Opthalmologists - ICO | Grant ID: N/A
Funding for PhD Project | Funder: RCSI | Grant ID: RCSI-VISICORT
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Greenan E, Murphy CC, Ní Gabhann-Dromgoole J. Optimising the method for isolating ocular surface microRNA using impression cytology. Ocul Surf. 2021;22:83-85Publication Date
31 July 2021External DOI
PubMed ID
34343715Department/Unit
- Ophthalmology
- School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences
Research Area
- Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Health Professions Education
- Surgical Science and Practice
- Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine
- Immunity, Infection and Inflammation
Publisher
Elsevier BVVersion
- Published Version (Version of Record)
