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Read expert commentary, insights and general announcements on how the Foundation is paving the way for Parkinson's research.
  • 'Scientific American' Talks LRRK2 and Parkinson's Research with MJFF CEO Todd Sherer

    'Scientific American' Talks LRRK2 and Parkinson's Research with MJFF CEO Todd Sherer

    An MJFF-funded study suggests that a drug targeting the LRRK2 genetic mutation may positively impact the broader PD population.
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  • ‘Variety’ Recognizes Michael J. Fox as ‘Philanthropist of the Year’

    ‘Variety’ Recognizes Michael J. Fox as ‘Philanthropist of the Year’

    The magazine honors Michael J. Fox for his commitment to mobilizing patients and researchers to bring an end to Parkinson’s disease.
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  • MJFF Vice President of Medical Communications Discusses the 'Parkinson's Puzzle' on 'CBS This Morning'

    MJFF Vice President of Medical Communications Discusses the 'Parkinson's Puzzle' on 'CBS This Morning'

    Rachel Dolhun, MD, discusses the risk factors of Parkinson's and how exercise can help with disease management.
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  • Partnering Across Brain Diseases toward New Tests and Therapies

    Partnering Across Brain Diseases toward New Tests and Therapies

    Four leading brain research organizations are funding projects to look across diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's for commonalities and differences.
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  • 'No Two People with Parkinson's Are the Same': The Promise of Precision Medicine

    'No Two People with Parkinson's Are the Same': The Promise of Precision Medicine

    Precision medicine has the potential to help everyone with Parkinson's by tailoring treatments based on each person's unique disease.
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  • Foundation Mourns Passing of Parkinson's Treatment Pioneer

    Foundation Mourns Passing of Parkinson's Treatment Pioneer

    Dr. Arvid Carlsson -- who linked Parkinson's disease to dopamine loss and discovered the effects of levodopa treatment -- has died.
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  • Ask the PhD: Spring 2018 Funded Parkinson's Projects

    In the first video in our new series, MJFF's Dr. Mark Frasier discusses innovative Parkinson's research projects chosen through our biannual funding round.
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