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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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    What We Fund: Seeing, Measuring and Targeting Parkinson’s Disease

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation awarded $101 million in December 2025 and January 2026 to advance research toward better Parkinson’s disease treatments. Learn more.
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  • Timothy Greenamyre, MD, PhD

    How Artificial Intelligence Helps Power Parkinson’s Research

    Artificial intelligence helps drive Parkinson’s research at The Michael J. Fox Foundation in unique ways. Learn more.
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    Second FDA Response Letter Issued for ND0612 Therapy

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation offers updates on the FDA review of ND0612, a potential new Parkinson’s therapy designed to help manage motor symptoms.
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    What We Fund: $62.4M for Tools to Track PD and Therapies to Treat It

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation awarded $62.4 million in October and November to advance research toward better Parkinson’s disease treatments. Learn more.
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  • Dr. Erin Foster; co-lead of BLAAC PD WashU site

    Expanding the Picture of Parkinson’s through BLAAC PD: Q&A with Dr. Erin Foster

    Learn how the Black and African American Connections to Parkinson’s Disease (BLAAC PD) study is expanding understanding of Parkinson’s in Black and African American communities through inclusive…
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    Celebrating a Milestone: The 10th Annual MDS-PAS Movement Disorders School

    Recap of the 10th annual MDS-PAS Movement Disorders Course for Neurology students featuring updated curriculum, real patient cases and strong turnout from neurology residents. Learn more.
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  • Bas Bloem at the 2025 Research Roundtable

    Parkinson’s and Lifestyle: Five Things Dr. Bas Bloem Wants You to Know

    Dr. Bas Bloem shares five lifestyle strategies to help people with Parkinson’s live well today — and reshape the future of care.
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