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#  Making Research Personal: How You Can Advance Parkinson's Research 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 October 21, 20261:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST

 

 Free 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119752&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Husband and wife lookin at a tablet while on their porch](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/wellness-wednesdays-event-banner-2026.png?itok=s2_h0Y4k)  Parkinson's research depends on people living with the disease and their care partners. But what does research participation actually look like, and how do you find opportunities that are right for you?

Join us for a practical conversation about the many ways people can contribute to Parkinson's research, from observational studies and genetic research to clinical trials. Learn how researchers use information such as genetics, biomarkers, and lived experiences to drive discoveries and advance precision medicine. We'll also discuss what participation involves, how eligibility works, and how to find research opportunities that match your interests, goals, and circumstances.

Whether you're simply curious about research or ready to get involved, this webinar will help demystify the process and empower you to take the next step.

### Speakers

**Dr. Andrew Siderwof**  
Chief of the Movement Disorders Division  
Penn Neurology Pennsylvania Hospital

**Ignacio Mata**  
Associate staff at the Genomic Medicine Institute (GMI), part of the Lerner Research Institute (LRI) at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation  
Assistant professor of molecular medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University.

**Alexandra Gottlieb**  
Clinical Research Coordinator  
Department of Neurology  
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community.

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 *We want to thank this webinar's sponsor, Genentech, for supporting our mission.*

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  This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

 

 

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###  [ Managing Changing Symptoms ](/events/2026/suffolk) 

 After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson's disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson's symptoms may change over time and new strategies available to manage them.

 October 16, 2026Commack, NY

 

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###  [ Live Fitness Friday - Punch Out Parkinson's ](/events/2026/Oct16FF) 

 Join us for a live fitness class, offered once a month.

 October 16, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117629&view=RSVP) 

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 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 October 17, 2026Coppell, TX

 

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 Join us for new, weekly virtual wellness programs! Take part in one or all of our events that cover: mindfulness, interviews with experts and guided exercise.

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