Finding new genes linked to Parkinson's disease in Latino populations
Identifying novel Parkinson'Âs disease genes exploring understudied Latino populations
This study is looking at the genes that might play a role in Parkinson's disease specifically in Latino communities, and it's for anyone from Latin America who wants to help researchers learn more about the condition and find new genetic clues that could affect the risk of developing it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10927296 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the genetic factors contributing to Parkinson's disease (PD) specifically in Latino populations, which have been largely understudied. By forming the Latin American Research Consortium on the Genetics of PD, the team aims to gather a large sample of individuals from various countries in Latin America to identify novel genes associated with PD. The study will involve conducting a Genome-Wide Association Study (GWAS) to compare genetic data from affected individuals and healthy controls, enhancing our understanding of the disease's genetic basis. This approach could lead to the discovery of new genetic variants that influence the risk of developing PD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals of Latino descent who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease or are healthy controls.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Latino or do not have a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and potentially new treatments for Parkinson's disease tailored to Latino populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in identifying genetic factors in other populations, suggesting that this approach could yield significant findings in Latino populations as well.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fernandez Mata, Ignacio — Cleveland Clinic Lerner Com-Cwru
- Study coordinator: Fernandez Mata, Ignacio
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.