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Our News & Research section features important updates on the Visual Snow Initiative, including research studies, interviews, projects, and other relevant information about our global efforts and progress regarding Visual Snow Syndrome.
Visual Snow Initiative (VSI) Website Now Available in Multiple Languages to Expand Global Awareness, Education, and Resources
The Visual Snow Initiative (VSI) is pleased to announce that its website is now accessible…
Exploring Neural Activity and Neurotransmitter Mechanisms in Visual Snow Syndrome: Insights from Amblyopia Research
Recent research on monocular amblyopia, specifically the study “Dynamic Neural Activity Alterations and Associated Neurotransmitter…
4summers Charity Art Auction Supported Visual Snow Research
Scott Summers helped raise funds for the Visual Snow Initiative (VSI) by hosting and organizing…
Exploring Glutamate’s Role in Visual Snow Syndrome and Chronic Migraine
Insights from the study “Glutamate as a Therapeutic Substrate in Migraine” by Nazia Karsan, Alves…
Raising Awareness for Visual Snow Syndrome in Germany: Mascha Buck Highlights Condition on CT das radio Featuring Dr. Dagny Holle-Lee and Sierra Domb
Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS) is a neurological condition that affects an estimated 2–3% of the…
Neuro-ophthalmic findings of Visual Snow Syndrome in Korea
Abstract A study in Korea led by Dr. Hyun-jin Shin examined 63 people with Visual…
Sierra Domb on Erythromelalgia (EM): Navigating Life with a Rare Neurovascular Pain Disorder Since Childhood, Before Developing Visual Snow Syndrome
Sierra Domb is the Founder of the Visual Snow Initiative, an advocate, health communicator, and…
New Study from the University of Melbourne Explores Optometrists’ Role in Recognizing and Managing Visual Snow Syndrome
Researchers Cassandra Brooks, Dr. Bao Nguyen, and Professor Allison McKendrick from the University of Melbourne…
Exploring Visual Snow Syndrome, Life, and Art: A Conversation with Nwando Ebizie and Visual Snow Initiative
Nwando Ebizie is a multidisciplinary artist who has spent years creating music, performances, and immersive…
How Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT-vision) May Help People with Visual Snow Syndrome | New Insights from Scientific Research
The article, “Mindfulness and MBCT-vision (mindfulness-based cognitive therapy modified for visual symptoms) for visual snow syndrome:…
Latest Research Articles
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Visual Snow Initiative Founder, Sierra Domb, Interviewed by Bold Journey Magazine
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Assessment of a novel patient reported outcome measure for visual snow syndrome: the Colorado visual snow survey 2.0
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Visual Snow Syndrome and Migraine with Aura: Insights from New Research on Distinct Migraine Types
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Dr. Alexander Baldwin Awarded CIHR Grant for Visual Snow Syndrome Research with Support from Visual Snow Initiative
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Exploring the Phenotype and Possible Mechanisms of Palinopsia in Visual Snow Syndrome
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Visual Snow Initiative Roundtable: Global Visual Snow Syndrome Experts Unite to Discuss Ongoing Research Findings, Explore Potential Treatments, and Build Resources for VSS
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