Exploring how race and ethnicity affect non-motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease
Racial and Ethnic Differences of Non-Motor Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease
This study is looking at how non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease, like mood changes and sleep issues, can be different for people based on their race and ethnicity, specifically comparing Black/African American and Latino individuals to White non-Latino individuals, to help improve treatments and quality of life for everyone with Parkinson's.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10987520 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the differences in non-motor symptoms experienced by individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD) based on their race and ethnicity. It aims to understand how these factors influence the occurrence, treatment, and burden of non-motor symptoms among Black/African American and Latino individuals compared to White non-Latino individuals. By utilizing data from the Fox Insight study and the TriNetX platform, the research seeks to address the historical underrepresentation of minority populations in PD research, which can lead to better treatment strategies and improved quality of life for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include Black/African American and Latino individuals living with Parkinson's disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Black/African American or Latino populations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and tailored treatments for non-motor symptoms in diverse populations with Parkinson's disease.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been some research on Parkinson's disease, this specific focus on racial and ethnic differences in non-motor symptoms is relatively novel and underexplored.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Venuto, Charles Stanley — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Venuto, Charles Stanley
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.