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Research at the Movement Disorders Center
Research in movement disorders neurology focuses on studying conditions that affect the brain's ability to control movement, such as Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, ataxia, and Huntington's Disease. This research aims to understand better the causes, symptoms, and progression of these conditions. The goal is to discover new therapies, improve existing therapies, and improve patients' quality of life while living with these diseases through clinical trials, observational studies, and innovative studies. Patients who participate in studies work closely with doctors and researchers to help shape the future of treatment options for movement disorders.
If you are interested in participating in clinical research, you can fill out the Department of Neurology Research Interest Web Form to be connected with a recruitment specialist. This specialist will get you connected with studies that may be a good match for you. Healthy care partners, family, friends, and the community are welcome to join the database too.
You can also reach our recruitment specialist by phone (303-724-4644) or email ( NeuroResearch@CUAnschutz.edu).
Resources are available in English and Spanish.
You can view recent scientific publications by the Movement Disorders Center faculty here. Many articles will require a subscription to view. Look for the Open Access articles which are available without a fee or subscription.
MDC Research Leadership
Michelle Fullard, MD, MSCE
Director, Movement Disorders Research
Director, Movement Disorders Research
Isabelle Buard, PhD
Associate Director, Movement Disorders Research
Associate Director, Movement Disorders Research
Research FAQs
What is basic science research?
Basic research is pure, scientific research that is typically conducted at a "benchtop" or in a lab. This type of research aims to improve the understanding of diseases.
What is clinical research?
Clinical research is the scientific study of health and illness in people, often done by conducting clinical trials. This type of research involves human participants and tests the safety and effectiveness of medications in a very controlled study.
What are clinical trials?
Clinical trials are research studies that aim to determine the safety and efficacy of medications, devices, and therapies. They are divided into four phases.
- Phase 1: Test safety and dosages
- Phase 2: Test safety and side effects
- Phase 3: Test safety and effectiveness
- Phase 4: Post-approval monitoring of safety and effectiveness
Why should you participate in clinical research?
- All of the current treatments available now came through clinical trials.
- Low participation rates mean that clinical trials do not finish on time. That means there are delays in advances.
- People in clinical trials tend to have better clinical outcomes. This could be because they are more closely observed by an expert clinician, a placebo effect, or because it inspires hope.
- It is a unique gift that you can give to the community.
Are there additional resources?
Yes! You can check out the sites below.