Rallying to the Challenge is a meeting held in partnership with Cure Parkinson’s and Van Andel Institute, designed for people with Parkinson’s, advocates, and care partners to explore how the Parkinson’s community can impact and accelerate research.
Each year, the meeting focuses on an aspect of Parkinson’s research and explores how people living with the condition can support and influence work in this area. This year’s theme was Waste Disposal Systems in Parkinson’s. This aligns with the larger science symposium, Grand Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease, which is held in parallel to Rallying.
Day 1 playlist
Presentations
Introduction to Cell Biology: Genetics and Waste Disposal System (Rallying 2025)
Katelyn Beissert, Research Communications Officer, Cure Parkinson’s
The Origin Story of LRRK2 Parkinson’s: From the What, Where and Why to the How
Dr Matt Farrer, University of Florida
LRRK2 Inhibition: From Biology to the Clinic
Dr Anastasia Henry, Denali Therapeutics
Genetic Screening for LRRK2 – Importance of Patient Stratification
Dr Fatta Nahab, Neuron23
Genetic Testing for Parkinson’s: Considerations and Participation
Dr Maggie Caulfield, Parkinson’s Foundation
What are combination therapies?
Dr Simon Stott, Director of Research, Cure Parkinson’s
Day 2 playlist
Presentations
Introduction to Cell Biology: Mitochondria and Energy Production
Katelyn Beissert, Research Communications Officer, Cure Parkinson’s
What is Mitophagy? Mitochondrial Health and Targeting USP30
Dr David K. Simon, Harvard Medical School
An Interview with Dr Tim Greenamyre – Hosted by Prof David K. Simon
Dr Tim Greenamyre, University of Pittsburgh
Dr David K. Simon, Harvard Medical School
Impact of the International Linked Clinical Trials (iLCT)
Helen Matthews, CEO, Cure Parkinson’s
The Parkinson’s Plan Book – Prevention, The Parkinson’s 25, and Pursuit of a Cure
Dr Ray Dorsey, University of Rochester
