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Fox Trial Finder Expands to Accelerate Research in Atypical Parkinsonism
July 25, 2016
… Atypical parkinsonisms are rare conditions that share symptoms and, in some cases, biology with Parkinson's disease. … research? Visit Fox Trial Finder to find studies and learn how you can get involved If you're already a Fox Trial Finder user, log …
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Clinical Trial Site in Boca Raton About to Join PPMI
December 17, 2011
… A clinical trial site in Boca Raton is about to join the Foundation’s PPMI study, and already, the site is getting media coverage. MJFF CEO Todd Sherer, PhD , spoke …
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Partners in Parkinson’s to Visit Eight Communities in 2015
February 18, 2015
… Partners in Parkinson’s will continue its tour of the United States with eight events lined up for … a resource fair to connect guests with resources and support based right in their own community. Partners in Parkinson’s 2015 Dates and Cities …
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Jumping Gigawatts! Its Back to the Future Themed Fundraisers!
October 6, 2015
… Great Scott! It’s the 30th Anniversary of Back to the Future (BTTF)! October 21, 2015 — "Marty McFly … to hold flux capacitor fueled fundraisers in October to commemorate the films and Michael's leadership in starting … three BTTF films in a row. Guests will also enjoy a comedy show, music, a silent auction, door prizes and a photo opp …
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Targeting Nicotinic Receptors to Increase Dopamine Function in Parkinson's Disease
… Study Rationale: Nicotinic alpha-6-containing receptors are a specific type of nicotinic receptor (proteins … optimization (improvement) of PAMs in order to identify a compound that is effective, has a good profile and can reach … release using alpha-6 PAMs has the potential to slow or stop neurodegeneration in PD. Next Steps for Development: …
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Evaluation of the Parkin Pathway to Study Neural Mitophagy
… in early onset Parkinson's disease and is believed to function in a cell-protective pathway (called mitophagy), … (powerhouses of the cell) before they can cause damage. However, the role of the parkin pathway in the cells and … and in determining what kind of brain cells should be targeted by therapy. Next Steps for Development: Our system …