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Parkinson’s Disease

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June 7, 2020 Early career scientists adapt to working remotely by taking science virtual

In the past few months, the way we live and work has drastically changed. For many scientists, this includes a temporary transition away from hands-on…

May 20, 2020 Explainer: What are mitochondria?

If you ask high school biology students about mitochondria, they’re likely to respond with the same answer: mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell.

But…

April 13, 2020 Being right-brained or left-brained comes down to molecular switches

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (April 14, 2020) — Scientists may have solved one of the most puzzling and persistent mysteries in neuroscience: why some people are…

February 12, 2020 $4.5 million co-funding agreement for Parkinson’s research announced

LONDON (Feb. 13, 2020) — The Cure Parkinson’s Trust (CPT) and Van Andel Institute (VAI) are delighted to announce a new three-year co-funding agreement that…

January 30, 2020 10 research trends we’re excited to watch in the next decade

With a new decade comes a new world of possibility and innovation waiting to be unleashed in labs at Van Andel Institute and across the…

January 12, 2020 Phase II clinical trial of respiratory drug for treatment of Parkinson's disease reveals promising results

The Cure Parkinson's Trust (CPT) is delighted to announce the publication of the results of a Phase II clinical trial evaluating ambroxol as a…

November 5, 2019 Can looking skin deep help us detect Parkinson’s earlier?

Testing for Parkinson’s disease may one day be as easy as a simple skin biopsy. That’s because the disease, like most villains, leaves behind clues…

September 4, 2019 Explainer: What are prions?

What are prions?

Prions are infectious agents that cause a number of rare neurodegenerative diseases in humans and animals. Unlike bacteria or viruses, prions have…