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Validation of ATP13a2 / PARK9 as a Target to Reduce Neurodegeneration Induced by Alpha-Synuclein
… role in Parkinson’s disease and identifying valid targets to ameliorate the neurodegenerative effects of … aiming at enhancing ATP13a2 activity. Anticipated Outcome: The successful demonstration that increased ATP13a2 … Target Validation … Antony A. Cooper, PhD …
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation Expands Fox Trial Finder to Help Accelerate Parkinson’s Trials Worldwide
November 14, 2013
… MJFF's Lily Cappelletti, associate director of research partnerships was in Barcelona this week to … Sherer said, “From our extensive work with the Parkinson’s community, we know that people living with the disease are … more people around the world to enroll in trials. No matter how much funding, collaboration and effort are put behind …
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Combining Mass Spectrometry with Genetic and Pharmacological Approaches to Discover and Validate LRRK2 Substrates
… Objective/Rationale: Much recent work has suggested that comprehending the biological properties of an enzyme termed … of Parkinson’s disease as well as designing new strategies to better treat this condition. Our objective is to deploy … will then undertake follow up studies to better understand how these proteins are controlled by LRRK2 and study whether …
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Biking for Baha: Four Brothers to Honor Their Grandfather in an 8,000-km Ride across Canada
April 10, 2012
… as “Baha.” He was their idol who consistently taught them to live life to the fullest, despite its occasional … test as they experience this once in a lifetime journey together. Their ride begins on May 19, 2012 and will end in … them on! To learn more about their inspiring story and see how you can get involved, check out their Web site . …
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation Earmarks $3 Million to Validate High-Impact Parkinson's Hypothesis
October 27, 2004
… J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) announced today that it has launched a new Parkinson’s research … or improved treatment of Parkinson’s disease and its complications. The program will support a variety of innovative research studies that are …
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The Future Is Now: Enter to Win the 2016 Nike Mag and Help Speed a Cure
October 4, 2016
… more than 5 million people worldwide and has no cure. Today, Nike and MJFF announced the release of the 2016 Nike … United States and Canada through a digital draw via nike.com/mag . There is no limit to the number of tickets or a minimum to enter (above one ticket). The Draw will run through Tuesday, …