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Four Physician-Scientists Named 2013 Gerstner Scholars

Four young physician-researchers at P&S have received research funding from the Louis V. Gerstner Jr. Scholar Program.

New Nanomedicine Resolves Inflammation, Promotes Tissue Healing

Study finds tiny, targeted drug particles may be effective in treating chronic diseases

Improper Protein Digestion in Neurons Identified as a Cause of Familial Parkinson’s

Scientists discovered how common genetic mutations in Parkinson’s disease damage brain cells

Study Points to Possible Cause of, and Treatment for, Non-familial Parkinson’s

CUMC neuroscientist Asa Abeliovich and his team have identified a protein trafficking defect within brain cells that may underlie common non-familial forms of Parkinson's disease.

Parkinson’s Disease Mechanism Identified

Researchers identify mechanism for non-familial form of Parkinson’s disease. May lead to therapeutic targets & blood test for PD.

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