Could eye movement tests help to diagnose Parkinson’s earlier?

A PhD researcher from Newcastle University is using new technology to measure eye movements. They want to find out if tracking eye movements in this way could be used to detect Parkinson's earlier. 

Who

•  10 people with Parkinson’s

What

Visiting the research lab at Newcastle University where:

•  You will be asked to complete a short health questionnaire and take part in 2 eye tests

•  These tests can take place over a single 5 hour session or across two 3 hour visits to the lab, including breaks

•  Everyone who takes part will be reimbursed their travel expenses and £12.50 per hour 

For more information please read the participant information sheet 
 

Interested in taking part?

 To take part please contact Varun Padikal by email at [email protected] or phone on 07721 705 006.

The deadline for taking part in this research is 31 December 2025.

 

Deadline
Funded by

Reece Foundation and UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship Scheme

Research
  • Studying symptoms
Locations
Location

Newcastle University
Biosciences Institute
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU
United Kingdom

Contact

Contact: Varun Padikal, PhD Researcher 

Email: [email protected]