Genetic mutations linked to Parkinson’s disease
12 August 2013Mutations might play a key role in the death of brain cells.
Search and rescue: scientists identify a novel therapy with potential for treating Parkinson’s disease
22 December 2011A collaboration between virologists and neuroscientists at Cambridge University has demonstrated how viruses that cross the blood/brain barrier could be exploited to slow down, or even halt, the progress of Parkinson’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Research sheds light on cell mechanism which plays a role in such diseases as Huntington’s and Parkinson’s
26 July 2011New research from scientists at the University of Cambridge provides critical insight into the formation of autophagosomes, which are responsible for cleaning up cellular waste.
Parkinson’s drug may help cocaine users kick habit
07 June 2010Medication that increases levels of the brain chemical dopamine could open up new ways for helping some heavy users of cocaine and amphetamines kick the habit, researchers from Cambridge have found.