US Scientists at the University of Washington have found a cure for color blindness in Squirrel Monkeys!
They used gene therapy where they introduced therapeutic genes into the light-sensing cells at the back of eyes in adult Squirrel Monkeys. The monkeys were treated over two years and their restored vision has remained the same.
The scientists hope they will be able to cure humans as well in a similar fashion, but they need more tests first!
Good Job guys!
Now that you can see some colors, try the famous Magic Eye Books - though I never see the sailboat : (
For more on this Story: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8255112.stm
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