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PPMI Dispatch: New Tool to Measure Risk of Impulse Control Disorders in Parkinson’s
October 25, 2022
… Markers Initiative (PPMI), continues its expansion to activate new sites and enroll new participants to reach … impulse control disorders. Related behaviors can include compulsive shopping, gambling, eating and sexual activity. … with PD and control volunteers over three years. Results showed that NfL could be used as an easily accessible …
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A Novel Role for Galectin Proteins in the Neuronal Response to Alpha-synuclein Invasion
… that bind sugar molecules) mediate the cellular response to endocytic (transfer of molecules to cells) vesicles … disease (PD) are surrounded by a halo of galectin proteins; however, release of these vesicles may promote the … define the role of galectin proteins in these distinct outcomes. Hypothesis: Vesicle rupture by alpha-synuclein causes …
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Michael J. Fox Foundation Awards $2.7 Million for Industry Efforts to Speed New Parkinson's Therapeutics
July 22, 2008
… NEW YORK, NY — As part of its mission to speed delivery of transformative treatments and a cure … exclusively to researchers at biotech and pharmaceutical companies, TDI is the cornerstone of the Foundation’s … have a critical role to play in ‘de-risking’ therapeutic targets for industry investment in order to keep the most …
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Drug Store News: Generic Pramipexole (Mirapex) Now Available to U.S. Parkinson's Patients
January 5, 2010
… By Allison Cerra Drugmaker Teva has announced the availability of a generic version of Mirapex to treat the signs and symptoms of idiopathic Parkinson’s … the launch of pramipexole dihydrochloride tablets, we add another quality product to our broad line of affordable …
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation Expands Fox Trial Finder to Accelerate Research in Atypical Parkinsonism
July 25, 2016
… as Parkinson's Expansion of Fox Trial Finder aims to increase engagement in atypical parkinsonism clinical … symptoms, some atypical parkinsonism conditions also show similar pathology to Parkinson's disease (PD). As in PD, … as geographic location and medical history. The site then compares this information against its database of …
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Latin Music Stars Move to the Beat While Raising Funds and Awareness for Parkinson’s Research
April 11, 2023
… winning artist Luis Fonsi at the Los Producers Charity Show on November 17, 2022 in Las Vegas. Michael J. Fox … in 2019, the Argentine-born producer has used his platform to raise awareness and funds for Parkinson’s research. … additional ways to get involved and see stories from our community, Sebastian and other Parkinson’s experts. …