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Parkinson’s UK
This is the Parkinson’s UK Research Blog. Read the latest — from research explained to interviews with experts.
Note from the editor

Welcome to the Parkinson's UK blog. Here you will find features and personal stories from the world of Parkinson's research. You can also find out how to get involved and start your research journey. If you have any comments or suggestions, please get in touch with us at research@parkinsons.org.uk

Editors
Go to the profile of Claire Bale
Claire Bale
Head of Research Communications and Engagement, Parkinson’s UK
Go to the profile of Dr Katherine Fletcher
EDITOR IN CHIEF
Dr Katherine Fletcher
Research Communications Officer
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Arthur Roach
Director of Research at Parkinson’s UK.
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OWNER
Parkinson's UK
The Research Team at Parkinson’s UK.
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Dr Becky Jones
Go to the profile of Naveena Kapur
Naveena Kapur
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Emma Rodgers
Writers
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Research Participation
Amelia Hursey
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Prof David Dexter
Deputy Director of Research at Parkinson’s UK
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Research Involvement
Dr Natasha Ratcliffe
Research Involvement Manager at Parkinson’s UK
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Volunteer Research Blogger
Martin Taylor
Dad, Hearts fan and volunteer research blogger for Parkinson's UK
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Research Grants
Michelle Bendix
Senior Research grants officer, Parkinson's UK
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Volunteer research blogger
Kevin McFarthing
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Research Involvement
Annie Amjad
Research Involvement @ParkinsonsUK
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EDITOR IN CHIEF
Dr Katherine Fletcher
Research Communications Officer
Go to the profile of Katherine Brimblecombe
Katherine Brimblecombe
Go to the profile of Dr Laura Jacobs
Dr Laura Jacobs
Research Involvement Manager at Parkinson’s UK
Go to the profile of Emma Rodgers
Emma Rodgers