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Move 4 Mobility to Host 5K Race to Benefit Parkinson's Research
March 20, 2012
… was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2002 at the early age of 45. She lived an active life — was the coach of … exercise, and careful management of her medications. After nearly a decade of struggling with this progressive disease, …
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New Legislation Could Eliminate Barriers for Medical Cannabis Research
October 16, 2019
… (MJFF) supports increased access to cannabis for medical research . Congress has begun to recognize this need, and … that impede safe and legal access to cannabis by medical researchers. The MJFF public policy team is tracking these … I controlled substance, have blocked robust research into its potential therapeutic benefits for Parkinson’s. …
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Milestones and Momentum in Parkinson’s Research (Part 2)
January 20, 2021
… for part two of a walk down memory lane as we review recent research highlights and milestones in the 20-year history of … the Foundation. From the genetics revolution in Parkinson’s research to the critical “human” component of scientific …
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Podcast: Research Year in Review and Look Ahead
November 21, 2018
… Parkinson's research continues to advance at a rapid pace. Led by … from 2018 and explain how this momentum shapes the research landscape as we enter 2019. Highlights from the …
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MJFF Study Demonstrates Feasibility of Wearable Devices in PD Research
December 22, 2017
… Foundation released data from the Parkinson@Home Study. Researchers demonstrated the feasibility of collecting … monitor symptoms on a continuous basis to provide insight into an individual's daily experience with PD, which may amplify clinical care and research. "No two people with Parkinson's have the same …
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Stepping up for Research: Something She Could Do
October 11, 2012
… as the cover story. In it, he discussed his Foundation’s research progress and efforts to engage the Parkinson’s … and others like her. She could participate in clinical research as a control volunteer. Lynn created a profile on … had mentored him, and he spoke highly of him and his research. He was also able to reassure Lynn about the …