Leadership and support for Parkinson's disease research and community outreach
Administrative Core
The University of Minnesota is working on exciting projects to help people with Parkinson's disease by bringing together researchers and patients, sharing important updates, and creating events to keep everyone informed and involved in the fight against this condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10930863 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The University of Minnesota's Udall Center Administrative Core focuses on providing leadership and oversight for various research projects related to Parkinson's disease. This core organizes meetings, tracks scientific progress, and facilitates communication between researchers and the local patient community. It also supports career development for early-stage investigators and organizes outreach efforts, including patient symposiums and digital engagement strategies to enhance community awareness and involvement.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals affected by Parkinson's disease and those interested in community health initiatives.
Not a fit: Patients not affected by Parkinson's disease or those outside the local community may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding and treatment of Parkinson's disease while fostering stronger connections between researchers and patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar outreach and research coordination efforts have shown success in enhancing patient engagement and advancing research in related fields.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vitek, Jerrold L — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Vitek, Jerrold L
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.