Understanding genetic causes of movement disorders
Genetic Movement Disorders: Etiologies and Pathogeneses
This study is looking for the genetic reasons behind movement disorders like Parkinson's disease and ataxias, and if you have unexplained movement issues, you might be able to help us find new genes that could explain your condition!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Puget Sound Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10977038 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying the genetic causes of heritable movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease and ataxias. By analyzing patient tissues and using advanced gene mapping techniques, the team aims to discover new genes associated with these conditions and understand how genetic variants affect movement. The research involves collaboration with established repositories of patient samples and utilizes innovative models to study disease mechanisms. Patients with unexplained movement disorders may have the opportunity to contribute to this important work.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals and families with genetically unexplained movement disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with movement disorders that have already been genetically attributed may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnoses and targeted therapies for patients with movement disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has successfully identified genetic causes of movement disorders, suggesting that this approach has the potential for significant findings.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- VA Puget Sound Healthcare System — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zabetian, Cyrus P — VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Zabetian, Cyrus P
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.