Parkinson’s disease has long been seen as an unavoidable consequence of aging or genetics—but leading experts Dr. Ray Dorsey and Dr. Michael Okun challenge that belief. In their new book, The Parkinson’s Plan, they argue that most cases are preventable…
A ground breaking new initiative—PD-Life: Enhancing Wellbeing and Quality of Life in Parkinson’s Disease—has been awarded €4 million under the second call of the North-South Research Programme. Led jointly by University College Cork and Queen’s University Belfast, the project will…
Overview: The Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI) commissioned a survey in 2024 of people living with neurological conditions across the country. Parkinson’s Ireland (PI) has analysed the Parkinson’s specific results in the survey. Symptoms: Respondents were asked what symptoms they frequently experience…
We are delighted to be inviting research proposals for the Health Research Charities/Health Research Board Joint Funding Scheme (HRCI/HRB Joint Funding Scheme). Closing date for submission of Expression of Interest (EOI) applications: 5th September 2025 at 5pm The application for…
PHD student and nurse Sophie Crooks published research focusing on the public's perception and understanding of Parkinson's Disease across Ireland, which was completed through a cross sectional survey. Research was conducted by researchers within the Queen's University of Belfast in partnership with Parkinson's…
UCD are recruiting those living with PD to take part in an online dance and movement study. Participants will take part in two online sessions involving seated dance movements. For more information, please email: alice.renzini@ucdconnect.ie
Researchers at Queens University are inviting those living with PD to take part in a 20 minute anonymous survey about walking to help shape better research and support. Please click here to access the survey. If you have any queries, please…
Written by Clodagh O'Keefe, Research Coordinator, Dublin Neurological Institute As spring arrives and the garden of 57 Eccles Street bursts into life, we’re reminded of the opportunities that come with a fresh start. This season is a natural time for…
We published our first research bulletin of 2025 on April 30th, which was emailed to our members. If you missed it, you can download it here. Why is research so important to us? Research is key to making sure our charity has…
We published our first research bulletin before Christmas, which was emailed to our members. If you missed it, you can download it here. We would like to thank Dr Emma O'Shea for her valuable contribution to our first research round-up. Why is…