Pacific Parkinson’s Research Institute

Overview

Health Research BC and the Pacific Parkinson’s Research Institute (PPRI) partner to fund researchers whose work contributes to advancing the understanding and treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Together, we've supported projects such as Dr. Stephanie Willerth’s development of 3D bioprinted neural tissues for drug screening and Dr. Pierre-André Gilormini’s genome-wide screening to identify genetic modulators of glucocerebrosidase activity.

Founded in 1991, PPRI was formed with an eye firmly on a future without Parkinson’s.
PPRI is a “no frills” volunteer organization focused on funding research into the causes, complications, treatments and cure of Parkinson’s disease.

PPRI funds research exclusively at Pacific Parkinson’s Research Centre (PPRC), a leading clinical research facility located at the University of British Columbia. This enables it to have the greatest impact in making promising projects happen. PPRI support funds the full-time employment and research projects of top Parkinson’s research scientists and has provided the opportunity to support scientists in further pursuing key areas of study.

Research location/affiliation: University of British Columbia (applicants must outline their connection as part of the application)