… Researchers are one step closer to a game-changing tool that could help better measure … through the $10-million Ken Griffin Alpha-synuclein Imaging Competition — a scientific race to develop a critical but … alpha-synuclein in the living brain — where it is and how much is there, and how that changes over time — would …

… aggregates of alpha-synuclein -- called Lewy bodies -- are toxic, killing off cells and leading to PD symptoms. … this protein, why it clumps together in the first place and how new cells are "infected" with Lewy bodies. The projects … this protein, such as interfering with gene signaling. Complicating this approach is that we don't yet know the …

… disorder (RBD).  RBD is a condition that causes people to act out their dreams (in Allen’s case — gesturing, … says about participating in the clinical study. “That's how you're going to understand what the signs and indicators … “If everyone in a study is White, then you only know the outcomes for a White population. But are those same outcomes …

… and many people with Parkinson’s experience it after diagnosis. The Foundation’s landmark study, the Parkinson’s … focusing on the positive. I decided I would participate in research. Once I retired as an architect, I immediately … lot about the disease. That will help me start managing it early on, which can contribute to things going better over …

… the 2025 Parkinson's Unity Walk in Central Park. From left to right: Colette Humm, Daniel Humm, Ann Dexter-Jones, Mick … taken on a role of advocacy within the broader Parkinson’s community. Partnering with MJFF earlier this year to raise … with this debilitating disease on their own.” Research has shown that music can have an especially positive impact on …

… after I first noticed the subtle, almost imperceptible symptoms, I was at a charity golf outing and was randomly … to worry about me, or treat me differently. But now I have come to terms with the fact that PD is part of who I am — … vertical feet of pure exhilaration (or torture depending on how you look at it). My goal is to raise $100,000. Living …