Funding research is in France Parkinson's DNA. Since its creation in 1984, the association has sought to support researchers and thus contribute to improving knowledge of Parkinson's disease and developing new therapeutic strategies.

The last 14 years, 276 research projects have been funded by France Parkinson, for a total of over 16.5 million euros dedicated to research as a whole.

To find out more about the research projects supported by France Parkinson click HERE

Fundamental and clinical research since 2010

In 14 years (2010-2023)

• 241 projects funded
• + 14,6 million euros dedicated to research

Humanities and social sciences research since 2017

In 6 years (2017-2023)

• 35 projects funded
• + 1,9 million euros dedicated to research

These projects are selected by Parkinson's disease specialists with the skills required to judge the scientific merit and value of the research projects they are asked to decide on, and to ensure that these projects are in line with the association's strategic mission.

The scientific council for medical, clinical and fundamental sciences of France Parkinson

Coming from medical, clinical and fundamental sciences, the 16 members of the France Parkinson Scientific council are 50% clinical neurologists and 50% researchers. All are volunteers from the France Parkinson association.

President

Dr Christine Brefel-Courbon

President of the CS, Neurologist and pharmacologist

Toulouse University Hospital

Vice-President

Dr Benjamin Dehay

Vice-president of the CS, DR2 INSERM
Institute of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Bordeaux

 The Humanities and Social Sciences’ Council

Coming from different backgrounds, the 13 members of the Commission bring their complementary expertise to promote the development of studies in the human and social sciences.