On Friday, July 19, after 41 days, 1 hour and 57 minutes, Team Human Powered Potential finally reached the shores of Hanalei Bay, Hawaii. The team is one of nine to take on the World's Toughest Row, a 2,800-mile race across the Pacific Ocean. Friends and teammates, Brendan, Scott, Pat and Pete were driven by a shared desire to push their physical, mental and emotional limits. They faced highs and lows, encountered wildlife and grew the bonds of their friendship. The team's motivation went beyond a personal challenge, however. They did it to raise awareness and funds for Parkinson’s research. Pat lives with Parkinson’s disease himself, and the team’s motto, "inspired to endure," serves as a testament to their commitment to finding a cure for all those living by the disease. The team’s goal is to raise $28 million, in honor of the 2,800 miles they have rowed. Over the course of their journey, Team HPP’s story captured the hearts of many. And as they crossed the finish line, they also made history. The team raised an astounding $24 million (and counting) for Parkinson’s research — the largest fundraising amount any World’s Toughest Row team has raised. Pat has also become the first person with Parkinson’s to ever complete this journey across the Pacific. We are deeply grateful for Team Human Powered Potential for being extraordinary champions of our mission and taking on this epic journey to bring us closer to a cure.
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
Research Services
New York, NY 40,331 followers
Here. Until Parkinson's isn't.
About us
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research is dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease through an aggressively funded research agenda and to ensuring the development of improved therapies for those living with Parkinson's today.
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http://www.michaeljfox.org
External link for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
- Industry
- Research Services
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- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2000
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Grand Central Station
P.O. Box 4777
New York, NY 10163-4777, US
Employees at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
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Cynthia Ramnarace
Editorial Content Strategy
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Susan Otten, MBA, ABC
Logistics, marketing, engineering services for CPG & shelf stable food businesses who do good. Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker for Parkinson's Disease…
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Kevin Murray
Fundraiser, Trial Participant, Motorsports Enthusiast
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Ted Thompson
Senior VP @ MJFF | Leading Parkinson's Public Policy
Updates
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Early bird last call! Register for The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Parkinson's Disease Therapeutics Conference with early bird special promo code EB2024 (ends July 19). Join us on October 17, 2024 in New York City with over 300 research and business development professionals from academia and industry for a showcasing of the most exciting and innovative research from MJFF's research portfolio. Secure your seat: https://bit.ly/4cOjMaY
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Currently, a group of four men, called Team Human Powered Potential, are rowing 2,800 miles across the Pacific Ocean to spread awareness for Parkinson's and speed a cure for the disease. Inspired by their undertaking, The Michael J. Fox Foundation has launched the Summer Challenge, a community-led exercise and fundraising event. Hear from Liz Diemer, MJFF's vice president of community fundraising about how you can participate in the challenge, support the rowers and take advantage of our historic 3:1 match opportunity. Get involved: https://bit.ly/3zEZiCR
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation is excited to bring our Tour de Fox Wine Country event back in-person this September at the Francis Ford Coppola Winery. This fan-favorite event includes three gorgeous, untimed routes for cyclists of every level. Participants can choose from our Arctic Fox (14.5 miles), Swift Fox (44 miles) or Fennec Fox (72 miles) through beautiful Sonoma Wine Country. 100% of the funds raised will help eliminate Parkinson's disease in our lifetime. Register now and join us on September 21: https://bit.ly/4cJnWkf
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Parkinson's disease policy has seen big wins in both federal and state governments this year. Julia Pitcher, director of state government relations, and Zach Hardy, state government relations manager at The Michael J. Fox Foundation break down the impact of state policy work. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Y3s1LS
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In the latest episode of the Parkinson’s Research Podcast, Dr. Honglei Chen, Professor at the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics of Michigan State University discusses his research on how environmental factors can contribute to the development of neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Chen’s work specifically focuses on the link between loss of smell, environmental exposures and Parkinson’s disease. Better understanding how environmental factors may contribute (alone or in combination with genetic factors) to the development of Parkinson's disease may lead to new approaches to prevent or slow the progression of neurodegeneration. Listen to the episode to learn more: https://bit.ly/3VSzlXU * This podcast is geared toward researchers and clinicians. If you live with Parkinson’s or have a friend or family member with PD, listen to The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Podcast: https://bit.ly/3W1iKBa
Episode 18: Examining Links Between Environmental Exposure, Poor Olfaction, and Parkinson's Disease with Honglei Chen
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Just over a year ago, there was a major breakthrough in Parkinson’s disease (PD) research – the discovery of a tool that could detect abnormal alpha-synuclein protein in the spinal fluid of people living with PD even before onset of symptoms. In our recent “Parkinson’s Science POV” podcast episode, MJFF’s Maggie McGuire Kuhl, vice president of research engagement leads a discussion with Brian Fiske, PhD and Mark Frasier, PhD, MJFF co-chief science officers. They discuss the ways the biomarker discovery helps reveal connections with other brain diseases and holds the promise to make clinical trials cheaper, faster and more effective. Listen now: https://bit.ly/3LoS0FK
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Ending soon! Register for The Michael J. Fox Foundation's Parkinson's Disease Therapeutics Conference happening on October 17, 2024 in New York City with early bird special promo code EB2024 (ends July 19). Each year, the PD Therapeutics Conference brings together 300 research and business development professionals from both academia and industry and showcases the most exciting and innovative research from MJFF's research portfolio. Register today to secure your seat. https://bit.ly/3Y22hPI
2024 Parkinson's Disease Therapeutics Conference
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This just in: The National Plan to End Parkinson's Act has been signed into law! MJFF and our 2.75 million friends and advocates thank you, President Biden! And thanks to everyone who has helped get us here: advocates, scientists, patients, families, clinicians, caregivers and legislators, especially the bill’s lead sponsors Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Chris Murphy and Representatives Gus Bilirakis and Paul Tonko and other champions including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Representative Jennifer Wexton. In short order, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will create an advisory council and the National Parkinson's Project, a first-ever federal initiative to prevent and cure Parkinson’s disease, treat its symptoms and slow or stop its progression. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ePmyyBHh Let’s get to work!
The National Parkinson's Project
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“Patients with Parkinson’s, we hold the answer. It’s within us, and the scientific community needs us to participate [in research] because we are the key,” says Lauren Traub. “I really feel hopeful that we are close [to a cure] and I’m excited to be a part of it.” Tune into our latest podcast episode where you’ll hear from our expert panel: • Maggie McGuire Kuhl, vice president of patient engagement at MJFF • Lauren Traub, registered nurse Team Fox member diagnosed with PD in 2018 • Bret Parker (he/him), executive director for the New York City Bar Association and co-chair of MJFF’s Patient Council, diagnosed with PD in 2007 • Paulina Gonzalez-Latapi, MD, movement disorder specialist and assistant professor of neurology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Together, they discuss the practicalities of volunteering for research, including the many benefits of participation for the volunteer and the entire Parkinson’s community. Listen now: https://bit.ly/4cf5GiL
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