Amino acid glutamine is important for eye health, research finds

Rod photoreceptor-specific knockout of glutaminase (GLS) displays rapid retinal degeneration and increased markers of cell death. Credit: eLife (2025). DOI: 10.7554/eLife.100747.3 The retina places a large energy demand on the

Shimmering calcium waves shape eye development, fruit fly study suggests

For just a few hours, shimmering waves of calcium move through cells in the developing eyes of fruit flies. These spontaneous waves serve a purpose, enabling communication between cells and

Visual resistance training for athletes improves reaction times, study finds

A schematic illustration of the experimental design. Credit: Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (2024). DOI: 10.1111/opo.13423 Professional athletic sports require elite athletes to function at the very limit of their abilities.