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The Stem-Cell Revolution Is Coming — Slowly

January 17, 2017 By Parkinson's Community Help

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In 2001, President George W. Bush issued an executive order banning federal funding for new sources of stem cells developed from preimplantation human embryos. The action stalled research and discouraged scientists…. Full Story>

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November 2016 Issue of “Nature Insight” Devoted to Neurodegenerative Diseases, including Parkinson’s

November 21, 2016 By Parkinson's Community Help

cover_largeThis is for the scientists among us!  The November 2016 issue of Nature Insight is devoted to neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s Diseases.  In part due to extended lifespan, neurodegenerative diseases are increasing in prevalence. … Full Story>

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Dr. Kathleen Poston’s research lab at Stanford is currently recruiting healthy male controls (no PD) and PD participants (male or female)

November 10, 2014 By Robin Riddle

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The research lab is conducting a computer-based study that looks at working memory and attentional control in Parkinson’s. Previous studies have show that working memory can sometimes be impaired in Parkinson’s patients. … Full Story>

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