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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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    Advancing Parkinson's Research Through a Patient-centered Approach

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation puts people at the center of its research agenda, uniquely positioning it to shape the broader research landscape. Learn more.
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    What We Fund: $60.6M for Tools to Detect PD and Therapies to Treat It

    In April and May 2025, The Michael J. Fox Foundation awarded $60.6M to fund 69 Parkinson’s disease research projects.
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    Drug With Potential to Slow or Stop Parkinson’s Moves into Next Phase of Clinical Testing

    Prasinezumab could be among the first disease-modifying medications to become available to the public.
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  • Promoting diversity in Parkinson's research benefits every one

    Research Roundup: Join Studies Aiming to Treat Parkinson’s Progression

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation shares recruiting studies aimed at treating Parkinson’s symptoms and slowing disease progression. Learn More.
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  • FDA Headquarters

    New Parkinson’s Therapy Resubmitted to FDA for Consideration

    ND0612, a continuous, under-the-skin infusion of liquid levodopa/carbidopa for Parkinson’s, has been resubmitted for FDA approval. Learn more.
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  • Blood Test May Help Confirm Parkinson's Diagnosis

    Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Could Preview Similar Test for Parkinson’s

    The recent news of an FDA-cleared blood test for Alzheimer’s provides a path forward for a similar approach to detecting Parkinson’s. Learn more.
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  • MJFF's Sohini Chowdhury, chief program officer, presenting at the 2025 PPMI annual investigator's meeting.

    Highlights from the 2025 PPMI Annual Investigator’s Meeting

    Investigators gathered to reflect on 15 years of the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative and make a plan for what’s next. Learn more.
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"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."
Todd Sherer, PhD
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