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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.
  • Uncovering the Promise of c-Abl as a Therapeutic Target: Testing Available Treatments and Supporting New Therapies

    Uncovering the Promise of c-Abl as a Therapeutic Target: Testing Available Treatments and Supporting New Therapies

    MJFF CEO Todd Sherer, PhD, discusses varied work happening around c-Abl inhibitors, an emerging therapeutic target that has shown early promise as a potential disease-modifying therapy.
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  • Could MAO-B Inhibitors Slow Parkinson's Disease Progression?

    Could MAO-B Inhibitors Slow Parkinson's Disease Progression?

    A new study proposes that MAO-B inhibitors -- drugs used to treat Parkinson's motor symptoms -- may slow disease progression when taken for longer periods of time.
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  • Getting Smarter about Data: New Study Uses Smartphones to Track Parkinson's

    Getting Smarter about Data: New Study Uses Smartphones to Track Parkinson's

    An observational study was launched by researchers to determine how accurately smartphones can track Parkinson's symptoms.
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  • Redheads' Gene May Be Missing Link Between Melanoma and Parkinson's

    Redheads' Gene May Be Missing Link Between Melanoma and Parkinson's

    A new study suggests that redheads may carry a gene variant that increases the risk of both Parkinson's disease and melanoma.
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  • Trial to Test Therapy for Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Parkinson's Opens

    Trial to Test Therapy for Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Parkinson's Opens

    Jazz Pharmaceuticals recently announced a Phase II trial to test a therapy for excessive daytime sleepiness in people with Parkinson's disease.
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  • Blood Test May Help Confirm Parkinson's Diagnosis

    Blood Test May Help Confirm Parkinson's Diagnosis

    A new study suggests that evaluating levels of a certain protein in the blood may help distinguish Parkinson's from certain atypical parkinsonisms.
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  • First Trial Begins Testing Drug in People with GBA Mutation

    First Trial Begins Testing Drug in People with GBA Mutation

    This study is a major step for PD research as it is the first drug trial where one's genetic information determines eligibility and is testing a potential therapy to slow or stop disease…
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