Skip to main content

Research News

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.


  • Researcher-computer

    PPMI Update: Research at MDS Conference from MJFF'S Flagship Study

    Discover the latest Parkinson’s research from the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative, presented at the 2024 MDS Congress on new advances in disease biomarkers and therapeutics.
    Learn more


  • Three people looking at a computer screen

    FDA Issues ‘Letter of Support’ Encouraging Use of Synuclein-based Biomarker, αSyn-SAA, in Clinical Trials for Parkinson’s and Related Diseases

    FDA supports the use of alpha-synuclein seed amplification assay (αSyn-SAA) biomarker for Parkinson's clinical trials and drug development.
    Learn more

  • Research Podcast Cover

    Episode 22: Investigating Light Therapy For Sleep and Motor Function in People with PD with Beatrix Feigl

    Dr. Beatix Feigl discusses the results of a recent randomized controlled trial evaluating the efficacy of this melanopsin photoreceptor-directed light therapy on sleep and circadian rhythm, as well…
    Learn more

  • Two researchers in a lab

    What We Fund: $69.1M Toward Novel Efforts to Improve Mobility and Target Cellular Mechanisms Underlying PD

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) announces 45 grants that total more than $69.1 million awarded in June and July 2024.
    Learn more

  • Research Podcast Cover

    Episode 21: The Autophagy-Lysosomal Pathway and Development of Relevant PD Biomarkers with Zhenyu Yue

    Dr. Zhenyu Yue discusses his research on Parkinson's and neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on the autophagy-lysosomal pathway, potential therapies, and MJFF-funded efforts to develop assays…
    Learn more

Close-up portrait

Join the Study that's Changing Everything

The Parkinson's Progression Markers Initiative is changing how patients, families, doctors and scientists think about brain disease. Now it needs you.

Get Started
Michael J. Fox in blue sweater posing for the camera.

Patients First

Our Foundation exists for one reason: to speed breakthroughs patients can feel in their everyday lives.

Read Our Promise
"The question most frequently asked of us is: 'How close are we to a cure for Parkinson’s disease?' With over $800 million in Parkinson's research funded to date, the simplest answer is: closer than ever."
We use cookies to ensure that you get the best experience. By continuing to use this website, you indicate that you have read our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.