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MJFF Launches Access to LRRK2 Resources to Accelerate Discovery
July 1, 2013
… In an effort to advance research and collaborate toward a cure, The Michael J. Fox … Now MJFF has announced it will accept requests for access to clinical data and biospecimens collected through … access can be found on our Access Data and Biospecimens webpage. Maggie Kuhl Vice President Patient Engagement …
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The Inhibition of Neurotransmitter Release by Alpha-synuclein
… the nerve terminal, suggesting a role in neurotransmitter release at the synapse, but previous work has not yielded … have direct relevance for neural degeneration. Final Outcome Dr. Edwards identified a novel role for alpha-synuclein … regulation of vesicular trafficking and neurotransmitter release. …
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People with Parkinson’s Need Access to Affordable Prescription Medications
March 1, 2021
… If you or someone you know has Parkinson’s disease, you know how important it is to … is a key part of ensuring any legislation reflects the needs of the patient and caregiver community. Approximately 90 percent of people with …
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2019 Parkinson’s Policy Forum Drives Change on Access to Care Issues
September 17, 2019
… to help make the event possible. "When Parkinson's groups come together to advocate for change, we amplify our message … Ed Rendell, who is currently living with Parkinson's, opened the Forum by delivering a keynote speech on the … advocate Kerry Howard with Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK). Maine advocates with Senator Angus King (I-ME). Montana …
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PPMI Dispatch: Landmark Study Opens Enrollment While Analysis Points to Potential Blood Test for Parkinson’s
November 17, 2020
… volunteers, with many more preparing to join them over the coming months. These centers are now recruiting people … explored neurofilament light chain (NfL) — a protein released when brain cells are damaged — as a way to measure … , investigators looked at NfL levels in blood samples from 1,190 PPMI participants and found NfL was significantly …