Further funding announced for clinical studies and data investigation
After a year of disruption, clinical research has now restarted and lab-based research is getting back on track. Cure Parkinson’s is delighted to report that it is investing significant funds into research in the first quarter of 2021.
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An important ruling for aducanumab
On the 7th June, the US FDA held a special meeting and approved an experimental drug called aducanumab for the treatment of Alzheimer’s. This decision represents a major milestone for neurodegenerative research.
The exenatide phase 3 study protocol
Researchers conducting the phase 3 ‘Exenatide PD3’ clinical trial have published the protocol of the study, which outlines the details of the trial. Cure Parkinson’s is supporting two sub-studies within the phase 3 trial.
Anle138b to target the toxic protein in Parkinson’s
In Parkinson’s, a cell protein called alpha-synuclein, which is abundant in dopamine-producing nerve cells, is known to clump together (or aggregate) and it is believed that this process could be toxic. Anle138b is a small molecule that has been designed to inhibit alpha-synuclein aggregation.
Something ‘LRRK -ing’ in the data
Over recent years, researchers have been identifying genetic variations associated with an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s. A recent study has thrown further light on the connection between certain genetic risk factors and Parkinson’s progression.
Further support for diabetes treatments for Parkinson’s
A research group in South Korea has published results of their trial which provide further evidence that diabetes treatments can slow down the development of Parkinson’s in people with diabetes.