The Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s (ASAP) initiative has launched a new funding opportunity for the scientific community to contribute to the advancement of knowledge surrounding Parkinson’s Disease (PD).
The initiative’s Collaborative Research Network (CRN) 2025 Scientific Track is designed to tackle the heterogeneity of PD and emphasizes the intricate ways in which the disease manifests and progresses across various populations.
The call for research focuses on six areas designed to tackle the disease’s inherent heterogeneity, such as the interplay between aging and Parkinson’s disease, the influence of co-pathologies on PD pathogenesis, and environmental factors that play a role in the development and progression of Parkinson’s disease.
Collaboration is a cornerstone of this initiative, with multidisciplinary and multi-institutional teams fostering diverse perspectives and expertise, ultimately driving innovation and accelerating the pace of discovery.
Successful teams will benefit from an impressive funding pool of up to $3 million per year, sustained over three years, with funding decisions expected in January 2026.
The impact of these research efforts extends far beyond academia and holds significant implications for the lives of individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease. Findings could lead to the development of novel therapeutics and intervention strategies that could meaningfully improve patient outcomes.
By adhering to ASAP’s Open Science Policy and encouraging transparency in research processes, the initiative aims to cultivate an open and collaborative scientific community.
Thus, the potential for transformative discoveries within Parkinson’s disease research has never been greater, as researchers embark on a journey that aims to restore hope by improving the quality of life for millions affected by this debilitating disease.