The Foundation supports research across basic, translational and clinical science to speed breakthroughs that can lead to the creation of new treatments and a better quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease.
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Previously funded studies appear chronologically, with the most recent appearing first.
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Biomarkers of Protein Handling/Autophagy, Exosomes and Lipid, 2019Measuring Lipids in iPSC-derived Dopamine Neurons to Identify Parkinson’s Biomarkers
Study Rationale:
Changes in lipid metabolism have been strongly associated with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Lipids have the potential to be important biomarkers for PD, but the lack of appropriate tools... -
Improved Biomarkers and Clinical Outcome Measures, 2019GBA Sequencing and Detection of Mutations, Deletions, Insertions and Recombinations with the GBA Pseudo Gene
Study Rationale:
Mutations in the GBA gene are the most common genetic cause of Parkinson’s disease. This gene has a nearby pseudogene, which is a genetic material that is very similar to the original... -
Alpha-synculein Biology and Therapies, 2019Chaperones of Alpha-synuclein for Membrane Fusion Involved in Synaptic Transmission
Study Rationale:
Abnormal accumulation of the protein alpha-synuclein is a pathological hallmark of Parkinson’s disease (PD). We and others have evidence that aggregated alpha-synuclein could harm... -
Research Grant, 2019Discovery and Development of Parkin Activators as Therapies for Parkinson’s Disease
Study Rationale:
Impaired mitochondria are a shared feature of Parkinson's disease (PD). Thus restoration of mitochondrial function offers a therapeutic avenue to slow the progression of PD. Parkin... -
Non-pharmacological Interventions for Gait and Balance, 2019Wearable Airbag Technology to Mitigate Falls in Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
Study Rationale:
People with Parkinson's disease may fall due to issues with gait and balance or weak muscles. Falling can result in serious injuries, such as a broken hip. After a fall, people may... -
Non-pharmacological Interventions for Gait and Balance, 2019StandingTall-PD. An engaging neuro-rehabilitation program using eHealth technologies to reduce step-time variability, prevent freezing of gait and falls, and enhance independence in people with Parkinson's disease: A placebo randomized controlled trial
Study Rationale:
People with Parkinson's disease often experience falls, which can have serious consequences. Falls may be caused by gait impairments, postural instability and freezing of gait (FOG)...
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