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Read the latest developments, reporting and analysis from the world of Parkinson's research, including progress made in studies, tools and collaborations funded by The Michael J. Fox Foundation.
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    Research Roundup: Recruiting Studies to Improve Parkinson’s Symptoms and Slow Disease Progression

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation shares recruiting studies aimed at treating Parkinson’s symptoms and slowing disease progression. 
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    Episode 28: Increasing Diversity in Research and Addressing Brain Health Inequities with Dr. Monica Rivera-Mindt

    Dr. Monica Rivera-Mindt discusses brain health inequities in neurodegenerative diseases, her work using culturally informed community-engaged research methods to improve representation in research…
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    Episode 27: The Development and Application of the Alpha-Synuclein Seed Amplification Assay with Claudio Soto

    Dr. Claudio Soto discusses his work in this area and how it has opened the doors for a variety of potential uses of the alpha-synuclein seed amplification assay.
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  • Neuroscientist Claudio Soto, PhD, Awarded the 2024 Robert A. Pritzker Prize

    MJFF awarded Claudio Soto, PhD, the 2024 Robert A. Pritzker Prize for Leadership in Parkinson’s Research 
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    Common Questions about New Vyalev Treatment for Parkinson’s

    Vyalev is a recently approved, under-the-skin, continuous infusion of levodopa/carbidopa.
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    PPMI: Fall Parkinson’s Research Conference Highlights

    Conference highlights from the study changing everything.
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    MDS-PAS 9th Annual Movement Disorders School: Empowering Neurology Residents for Patient Care

    Highlights from MJFF’s sponsored event, MDS-PAS 9th Annual Movement Disorders School for Neurology Residents on October 19-20. Read More.
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