Exploring the influence of sleep and genetics on progression of Parkinson’s

Researchers at the University of Exeter aim to understand whether changes in a protein found in the brain called Aquaporin 4 (AQP4) is connected to the development of Parkinson’s. This protein might play an important role in clearing the brain of harmful waste during sleep, which may damage the brain cells in Parkinson’s.

Who

300 people with Parkinson’s who are aged between 25 and 85 years old

What

You will be asked to attend 1 visit at your local study site in Kent, London or Devon. This visit will last 1 hour and involve a blood test, and assessment of your Parkinson’s

You will also be asked to wear a health monitor wristwatch for 2 weeks and complete a sleep diary and 2 surveys at home.

For more information, please read the participant information sheet.