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Read the latest developments, reporting and analysis from the world of Parkinson's research, including progress made in studies, tools and collaborations funded by The Michael J. Fox Foundation.


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    Sleep, Diet and New Treatments Featured at Annual Neurology Conference

    The 2025 American Academy of Neurology conference featured updates on Parkinson’s treatment and care, including the role of nutrition and sleep. Learn more.
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    PET Tracers, Co-pathology and PPMI Findings Featured at 2025 AD/PD Conference

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation highlights research advancements presented at AD/PD 2025, including PET tracers, co-pathology and PPMI. Learn more.
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    Global Experts Study Promising, Underexplored Drug Targets in Parkinson’s through New Initiative

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Targets to Therapies initiative assembles global experts to study underexplored drug targets in Parkinson’s disease. Learn more.
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    Magic Mushrooms for Parkinson’s? What to Know About Psilocybin Therapy

    Psilocybin, also known as magic mushrooms, is being studied as a potential treatment for depression in people with Parkinson’s disease.
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    Volunteers Needed for Studies into LRRK2, a Key Parkinson’s Pathway

    Scientists are studying this connection to Parkinson’s disease and testing new treatments. Learn more.
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    Honoring Scientific Excellence: Ian Reynolds, PhD, Receives the J. William Langston Award

    The Michael J. Fox Foundation confers the 2024 J. William Langston Award to scientific advisor, Ian Reynolds, PhD.
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