New study aims to uncover Parkinson's genetic secrets in black communities
NCT ID NCT06719583
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
BLAAC 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 Parkinson's in this population. The study is part of the Global Parkinson's Genetics Program.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal genetic factors that explain why Parkinson's affects Black and African American communities differently, pointing toward more personalized treatments.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may take years to yield actionable results, and findings might not apply to all populations.
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Kaiser Permanente Midatlantic States
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGRockville, Maryland, 20852, United States
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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport
RECRUITINGShreveport, Louisiana, 71103, United States
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Medical University of South Carolina
RECRUITINGCharleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States
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Ochsner Clinic Foundation
RECRUITINGNew Orleans, Louisiana, 70121, United States
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Rush University
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60612, United States
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University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
RECRUITINGCleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
RECRUITINGBirmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States
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University of Chicago
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
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University of Florida
RECRUITINGGainesville, Florida, 32608, United States
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University of Maryland
RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States
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University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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Washington University in St. Louis
RECRUITINGSt Louis, Missouri, 63119, United States
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