The LITE study: improving our understanding of Parkinson's
Researchers at the University of Dundee want to find better ways to diagnose and monitor Parkinson’s as it progresses. They also want to understand if there are different ‘types’ of Parkinson’s, which could help predict how people respond to new treatments.
100 people from the following groups:
People with Parkinson’s, with or without a known gene change associated with the condition, such as LRRK2.
People without Parkinson’s who:
• Have a known gene change associated with the condition which means you may be at higher risk of developing Parkinson’s
• Have a family member with Parkinson’s
• Have no family members with Parkinson’s
Up to 4 in-person visits in Dundee, these will include:
• Surveys,
• Physical and neurological exams,
• Blood samples,
• Skin samples,
• Brain scans
• and a lumbar puncture. Find out more about lumbar puncture in this Michael J. Fox Foundation video.
Blood samples will be used to test for genetic changes associated with Parkinson’s. You will have the option to have these results returned to you.
Your costs will be reimbursed including travel, accommodation and an inconvenience payment for longer visits.
For more information, read the participant information sheet.
Interested in taking part?
If you have any questions, please contact the research team by email [email protected] or call 01382 423 086.
The deadline for this research is 30 June 2027.
The Micheal J Fox Foundation
Clinical Research Centre
James Arrott Drive, Ninewells Hospital
Dundee
DD1 9SY
United Kingdom
Tiffany Stewart
Email: [email protected] or call: 01382 423086