retinitis pigmentosa 1 Inhibitors

Retinitis pigmentosa 1 inhibitors are a class of chemical compounds that specifically target and modulate the activity of the retinitis pigmentosa 1 (RP1) protein. RP1 is a key protein involved in maintaining the health and function of photoreceptor cells in the retina, particularly in the rod photoreceptor cells that are responsible for low-light vision. Mutations in the RP1 gene are associated with the development and progression of retinitis pigmentosa, a group of inherited eye disorders characterized by the degeneration of photoreceptor cells and gradual loss of vision. As a result, researchers have been exploring the development of RP1 inhibitors as tools for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying retinitis pigmentosa and as a avenue.