Research Champions: let's raise awareness of research
Activities and information to help Research Champions get more people involved in research.
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The Parkinson's Virtual Biotech launched in 2017 and over £130m has been invested in high potential early stage projects. Dr Lynsey Bilsland is the new Managing Director at the helm of the Virtual Biotech, and the person who's going to lead it into its next phase. Julie and Helga met Lynsey to find out more about her new role and what lies ahead.
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3 leading researchers have now been appointed to help kick start our new research centre, unlocking new ideas for treating Parkinson’s.
Help us to expand our All Volunteer Call Team!
Our central volunteering team are currently looking for volunteers who are interested in helping to produce and deliver our quarterly All Volunteer Calls. You may be asked to write call scripts, welcome people to the session, introduce speakers, deliver general updates or read out poll results.
Print and share our Research Round up
This month we share the latest research exploring the role of the environment in Parkinson’s, and highlight 5 new research projects we’re funding to find better treatments and ways to manage the condition.
Download and share the full Research Round up below or a shorter version.
There are instructions for claiming printing expenses from the Research Support Network below.
You can claim printing expenses from the Research Support Network.
Complete a volunteer expenses form with Liz Nash as your named staff contact and attach or scan and insert all receipts to the form. Then email or post the form to [email protected].
You can download our PDF about volunteer expenses for more information.
This leaflet is designed as an introduction to Parkinson's research. You can order 20 leaflets at a time for free.
Great for introducing your neighbours, local GP surgery, Parkinson's support group or patients to research.
The EJS ACT-PD trial aims to find one or more treatments for Parkinson’s which can slow down or stop symptoms from getting worse.
It will take place at 40 sites across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
More ways to get involved with research
The research reading group was put together to help people understand scientific papers published on Parkinson's.
Parkinson's researcher Dr. Lucy Annett at the University of Hertfordshire hosts the group. The group meets quarterly online via Zoom.
Become a Parkinson's UK member so you can receive our research magazine, Progress, delivered by post.
You can also download the latest edition of Progress to share by email.
RIGs are made up of people with Parkinson's and their loved ones, students, researchers and healthcare professionals. They meet frequently, online and in person, to share the latest research and what's happening locally.
Find useful resources to help you in your role including a template presentation, an FAQ information sheet and easy actions you can take.