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   Advancing Research 

#  Update From our Chief Scientific Officer + Ways to Engage in Research 

 Aug 07, 2018 

 

  Every day, potentially groundbreaking Parkinson’s disease (PD) research ideas are explored in labs funded by the Parkinson’s Foundation. Since research never stops, I am excited to share our latest [*Parkinson Report*](http://www3.parkinson.org/site/R?i=fQIiPcM_njVMQoWcnqYVJg) newsletter with you that focuses on a topic that is critical to the Foundation and our community: [research](/advancing-research "Advancing Research").

In [this special issue](https://cdn.flipsnack.com/widget/v2/widget.html?hash=fuks6fqi1&p=8), we are excited to announce [four new Research Centers](https://cdn.flipsnack.com/widget/v2/widget.html?hash=fuks6fqi1&p=4). These centers will receive Foundation funding dedicated to developing the latest in treatment and better understanding this disease. Read more about [these centers](https://cdn.flipsnack.com/widget/v2/widget.html?hash=fuks6fqi1&p=4) and how we will work together to find the next PD breakthrough.

Scientists play a critical role in advancing Parkinson’s treatments. More than 500 scientists have received funding from the Parkinson’s Foundation, like [James Dahlman](https://cdn.flipsnack.com/widget/v2/widget.html?hash=fuks6fqi1&p=8), PhD (page 9), who conducts thousands of drug delivery tests at the same time.

In addition, learn more about the future of PD research with these articles:

- **[Announcing New Centers of Excellence](http://www3.parkinson.org/site/R?i=X_zd_9vf4KuBUCJrza8I2g)**
- [**Ask the Doctor: Research Edition**](http://www3.parkinson.org/site/R?i=mqh6dsUJmAOZi7xq94W3JQ)
- [**PD Medications: What’s New**](http://www3.parkinson.org/site/R?i=wl47Ct9uPcbQWjDdg9LPXw)
- [**Women and PD Research**](http://www3.parkinson.org/site/R?i=sVTgcAMNJtT-suirjE9bBg)

 ![neurotalk-blog-jim](/sites/default/files/styles/380x361/public/images/neurotalk-blog-jim.jpg?itok=shlitXCr)  We are optimistic and excited to fund the most innovative and dedicated research initiatives among those new to our field and experts, alike. It is only a matter of time until we evolve precision treatment, revolutionize therapy options and ultimately, cure Parkinson’s.

Sincerely,

James Beck, PhD  
Chief Scientific Officer  
Parkinson’s Foundation

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