Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research
Clinical trials sponsored by Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research, explained in plain language.
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Parkinson's research gets a boost: 4,500 volunteers help map disease progression
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study, led by the Michael J. Fox Foundation, aims to understand how Parkinson's disease progresses over time. It will follow 4,500 people, including those with Parkinson's, those at risk, and healthy volunteers, collecting clinical, imaging, and genetic data. T…
Sponsor: Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New study aims to uncover Parkinson's genetic secrets in black communities
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowBLAAC PD is a research study that aims to understand what Parkinson's disease looks like for Black and African American communities. Researchers will collect genetic and health information from 2,000 participants across the U.S. to explore risk factors and genetic causes of Parki…
Sponsor: Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New imaging tool could spot Parkinson's years before symptoms worsen
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special PET scan using a tracer called [18F] AV-133 can track changes in the brain of people with early, or 'prodromal,' Parkinson's disease. About 100 participants will be scanned at the start, after 12 months, and after 24 months. The goal is to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC