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Identifying Barriers and Motivators Associated with Access to Care and Participation in Genetic Research Studies for Parkinson's Disease among Asian Americans
… addition, Asian Americans are less likely to participate in research studies on PD. Only one published study has … PD. Furthermore, fear and misperceptions about genetics research and barriers within the health care system likely … determine how long individuals experienced symptoms before diagnosis. Next, interviews will be conducted with patients, …
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The Robert A. Pritzker Prize for Leadership in Parkinson's Research
… "Basic research is often remarkably unspectacular, but every … awarding the Robert A. Pritzker Prize annually in 2011 to researchers whose work embodies those attributes of the … who make an exceptional contribution to Parkinson's research and are committed to mentoring the next generation …
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Tell Congress: Protect and Expand Parkinson’s and Neurodegenerative Disease Research
… to protect and expand Parkinson’s and other brain disease research now. …
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Texas Voters Secure a History-making $3 Billion for Brain Disease Research
November 5, 2025
… a historic $3 billion state investment in brain disease research over the next decade. With this vote, Texas takes a … fund in 2007. According to the state , CPRIT has conducted nearly 375 clinical studies, attracted an additional $11 … passed Senate Bill 5, Texas Governor Abbot (R) signed it into law. As the final step of the legislative process, the …
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Podcast: Steps Closer to Stopping Parkinson's: 2021 Research Review (Webinar)
November 24, 2021
… Irfan Qureshi, MD, as he discusses progress in Parkinson’s research on our latest Third Thursdays Webinar. In this … of this podcast . Christina Destro Associate Director Research Communications …
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"Fake News," Social Media and Medical Research Reporting: A Patient Speaks
December 2, 2016
… post on Scientific American , Israel Robledo, a member of the MJFF Patient Council and grassroots advocate in Texas, urges the Parkinson's disease (PD) community to consider the distance between social media hype … want to believe you." He shared the article on his blog , saying, "My hope is that the discussion continues about what …