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Jan 18, 2022, 09:00 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation Launches the Bachmann-Strauss Fellowship in Dystonia Research

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announces a new training program to grow the global base of researchers studying the...

Dec 02, 2021, 07:00 ET Michael J. Fox Foundation Announces Major Expansion of Parkinson's Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI), Landmark Study toward Better Treatments and Prevention of Disease

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announced a major expansion of its landmark Parkinson's Progression Markers Initiative...

Sep 17, 2021, 10:00 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation Launches New Guide, "Parkinson 360: Testimonios Para Pacientes y Familias," to Provide Insights and Practical Strategies for Spanish-Speaking Patients and Families on Navigating the Parkinson's Journey

As part of its commitment to educate the Parkinson's disease (PD) community and to ensure that the breakthrough treatments we seek benefit the widest ...

Sep 17, 2021, 10:00 ET La Fundación Michael J. Fox lanza una nueva guía, "Parkinson 360: Testimonios reales para pacientes y familiares", para ofrecer conocimientos y estrategias prácticas para que los pacientes y las familias de habla hispana puedan navegar el camino del Parkinson

Sep 14, 2021, 08:50 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation Launches Interactive Resources on "Off" Time in Parkinson's Disease to Encourage Understanding and Dialogue Between Patients, Families and Doctors

Today, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) launches a new suite of free educational materials for people and families...

Aug 12, 2021, 08:50 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Edmond J. Safra Fellowship in Movement Disorders Grows to Meet Global Demand for Parkinson's Care and Research

As part of its mission to improve care for people and families living with Parkinson's disease (PD) today and speed research toward better treatments ...

Jul 14, 2021, 09:30 ET California Funds Parkinson's Disease Registry with Advocacy and Support from The Michael J. Fox Foundation

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) today commended California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing the state's FY 2021-2022...

Jun 15, 2021, 08:50 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation Releases New Guide, "Deep Brain Stimulation and Parkinson's -- From Decision-making to Daily Life with the Device," to Answer Questions and Encourage Conversations on Available Treatments

As part of its mission to offer people living with Parkinson's and their families with high-quality educational resources on navigating the disease...

Jun 08, 2021, 08:50 ET Michael J. Fox Foundation and 23andMe Share New Genetic Data from the Largest Cohort in Parkinson's Research

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) and 23andMe, Inc. (23andMe) today announce sharing of robust genetic data from the...

May 20, 2021, 08:50 ET Deborah W. Brooks Named CEO of Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research to Drive Next Phase of PD Research and Patient Engagement

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) today announced that Deborah W. Brooks has been named CEO and Co-Founder of the...

Apr 20, 2021, 09:00 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research Adds Melanie Bolch Isbill, Alex Krys and Jack Quinn to Its Board of Directors

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announced that during its Board meeting on March 11, 2021, three new members were...

Dec 09, 2020, 13:20 ET Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research Honored with Advocacy/Policy Award from Reagan-Udall Foundation for the FDA

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) has received the Advocacy/Policy Award from the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food...

Nov 23, 2020, 10:58 ET Global charities join forces to drive forward new drug for Parkinson's

Leading charities Parkinson's UK and The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research have joined forces to fund a £1.5 million ($2 million)...

Nov 12, 2020, 09:00 ET Michael J. Fox Foundation Announces $380,000 In Funding To Extend The California Parkinson's Disease Registry Through June 2021

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announced today it is granting $380,000 in extension funding to the California...

Oct 12, 2020, 09:00 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research Sponsors Virtual Educational Course to Cultivate Additional Parkinson's Clinicians

Responding to the urgent need for additional specialists to treat the growing prevalence of people with Parkinson's disease (PD), the International...

Aug 20, 2020, 10:24 ET Michael J. Fox Foundation Announces Relaunch of Parkinson's Podcast

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announces the re-launch of its Parkinson's Podcast — a monthly conversation hosted by...

Aug 04, 2020, 08:50 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Edmond J. Safra Fellowship in Movement Disorders Expands to Meet Growing Needs in Parkinson's Care and Research

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF), in collaboration with longtime partner the Edmond J. Safra Foundation, is building a...

Jul 14, 2020, 09:09 ET Michael J. Fox Foundation Releases First and Largest Data Set of Self-Reported Outcomes on COVID-19 and Parkinson's Disease

As part of its commitment to spearhead research on the most critical and pressing issues facing people with Parkinson's and their families, The...

May 28, 2020, 11:00 ET The Michael J. Fox Foundation Collaborates with ESPN Founder Bill Rasmussen to Champion Engagement of Newly Diagnosed Parkinson's Patients in Research

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) announced that Bill Rasmussen has joined its team to help speed a cure for Parkinson's...