> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.finngen.fi/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.finngen.fi/finngen-data-specifics/disease-specific-task-forces-and-interest-groups/eye-diseases-age-related-macular-degeneration-amd-task-force.md).

# Eye Diseases (age-related macular degeneration AMD) Task Force

Chairs: Helen Cooper (FinnGen), Brian Yaspan (Genentech)

**Main scientific questions**

Are there genetic and proteomic markers predictive of progression and the speed of progression from intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD) to late AMD

More detailed Scientific proposal, meeting materials and analysis documentation can be found in [Teams here](https://helsinkifi.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/FinnGen150/EreJeL5V8ypHtzvpPnQlcTEBm2wDth2udndJxxSZWnKRRQ?e=tO3Dwa)

If you don't have access to the Teams Group, write to <finngen-admin@helsinki.fi>.

[Data availability](/finngen-data-specifics/disease-specific-task-forces-and-interest-groups/eye-diseases-age-related-macular-degeneration-amd-task-force/oct-image-and-visual-acuity-data.md)

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