![Man getting a brain scan](/sites/default/files/styles/1920x530/public/images/advancingresearch_desktop.jpg?h=dfbff41b&itok=gE3UliJR) # Advancing Research Explore in this section Explore in this section There is still a lot we do not know about Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Parkinson’s Foundation drives a multi-disciplinary research strategy to close the gaps in knowledge about Parkinson’s – from its basic biology to its impact on the brain and its effects on people. We work to accelerate our findings, quickly applying them to improved treatments and care today. We spur discovery by taking a comprehensive, big-picture approach to research. This approach is vital to identifying the fastest lanes to new therapies for the 10 million people living with Parkinson's in the world. ## Research Initiatives ![Microscope in a research lab](/sites/default/files/styles/1920px_wide/public/images/3upcards_resesarch2_0.jpg?itok=VULjk63-) ## Finding a Cure Breakthrough scientific research that improves care for everyone living with Parkinson’s is at the heart of our mission. Find out how we advance research and work towards ending Parkinson’s. [EXPLORE ONGOING RESEARCH](/advancing-research/finding-cure) ## Join Our Genetics Study Understanding your genetic tie to Parkinson’s can be empowering. PD GENEration is a national initiative that offers genetic testing for PD-related genes and genetic counseling at no cost for people with Parkinson’s. [ENROLL IN OUR STUDY](/advancing-research/our-research/pdgeneration) ## Key Findings That Matter Differences in care dramatically impact daily life with Parkinson’s. Our Parkinson’s Outcomes Project findings can help you advocate for your best care. Study findings have led to best practices and accelerating research. [EXPLORE RESEARCH MILESTONES](/advancing-research/finding-cure/research-milestones) ![Researchers writing equations on white board](/sites/default/files/styles/620x620/public/images/getinvolvedinresearch-5050.jpg?h=60b5c02f&itok=gRI_vx7T) ## Get Involved in Research Let’s speed up Parkinson’s research. Find a research study you can join today. Learn more about our research advocate program to help us ensure more funds are directed towards research that matters to people with PD. [BECOME A RESEARCH ADVOCATE](/advancing-research/advocate-research) [JOIN A STUDY](/advancing-research/join-study) ## Featured Research Blogs ![Brittany Krzyzanowski headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/274x185/public/images/mtr-brittany-krzyzanowski-preview.jpg?h=9105c3fe&itok=VBkN0PBO) Advancing Research # [ From Golf Courses to Industrial Solvents: Meet the Researcher Investigating Parkinson's Risk ](/blog/research/meet-brittany-krzyzanowski) Brittany Krzyzanowski, PhD, is analyzing air quality information from across the U.S. to identify the high-risk pollutants associated with PD and where they are most concentrated. Aug 13, 2026 Research ![Woman working from home with family in the background](/sites/default/files/styles/274x185/public/images/2026-science-news-6-blog-hero.jpg?h=ed9ce7df&itok=JIlU3mMM) Science News # [ Early-Onset Parkinson’s in Younger Adults Is Rising Worldwide, Global Study Finds ](/blog/science-news/early-onset-parkinsons-rising) A new study published in npj Parkinson’s Disease set out to assess how common early-onset Parkinson’s is around the world and whether that picture has changed over time. Aug 12, 2026 Research Young-Onset PD ![Neurologists looking at brain scans](/sites/default/files/styles/274x185/public/images/sn-5-2026-preview.jpg?h=9105c3fe&itok=BIkWJBhm) Science News # [ Two New Studies Show Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation May Improve Walking in Parkinson’s ](/blog/science-news/adaptive-deep-brain-stimulation) Two new studies published in Nature Medicine suggest that adaptive DBS may hold promise for treating gait impairment in people with Parkinson’s. Jul 14, 2026 Research Treatments & Medications [VIEW ALL](https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/blog?_page=1&keywords=&_limit=6&language=0&blog_category=26,23) ## Related Materials Videos & Webinars ### [ Neuro Talk: Research You Fund ](/library/videos/research-you-fund) [Watch Now](/library/videos/research-you-fund) Fact Sheets ### [ Getting Involved in Research ](/library/fact-sheets/research) [Read Now](/library/fact-sheets/research) Videos & Webinars ### [ Neuro Talk: How Does Basic Parkinson’s Research Get Us Closer to a Cure? ](/library/videos/basic-research) [Watch Now](/library/videos/basic-research) ![Scientist doing lab work](/sites/default/files/styles/620x620/public/images/forresearchers-5050.jpg?h=1c0aa159&itok=V-ZDn5SK) ## For Researchers Our competitive awards and grants fund a diverse array of Parkinson's research. We fund all types of researchers from early career and established scientists to clinicians who treat patients every day. 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