At rpq-qpn.org, we believe that our greatest strength is our team. It is through individual talents and a shared passion that we can pursue our mission to uncover the genetic basis of Parkinson's disease and its various motor subtypes. Meet the people behind our research.
Dr. Samantha Reynolds - Geneticist
Role: Research Team Leader
Experience: Over 20 years in the field of population genetics.
Biography: Dr. Samantha Reynolds is a prominent expert in the field of population genetics. Her work focuses on the study of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson's disease. Dr. Reynolds has authored numerous scientific publications and won prestigious awards in the field of genetics.
Quote: "Our goal is not only to understand the genetics of Parkinson's disease, but also to turn these discoveries into concrete benefits for patients."
Prof. Michael Johnson - Neurologist
Role: Clinical expert
Experience: More than 15 years in clinical practice and research.
Biography: Prof. Michael Johnson is a renowned neurologist, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. His clinical and scientific experience makes him a key member of our team, combining research and practice.
Quote: "Working to understand how genes affect the motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease could open up new therapeutic possibilities."
Dr. Emily Carter - Bioinformatician
Role: Data analysis specialist.
Experience: Over 10 years in the field of bioinformatics.
Biography: Dr. Emily Carter is an expert in analyzing large genetic data sets. Her skills in bioinformatics are crucial to our project, enabling accurate analysis and interpretation of research results.
Citation: "Advanced algorithms and artificial intelligence allow us to uncover subtle genetic patterns that may be key to understanding Parkinson's disease."
Dr. Daniel Thompson - Public Health Expert
Role: Public Health Coordinator
Experience: Over 12 years in public health research.
Biography: Dr. Daniel Thompson handles the public health aspects of our project. His primary responsibility is to ensure that our research has a real impact on clinical practice and health policy.
Citation: "We aim to create a knowledge base that will support the development of personalized medicine and improve patients' quality of life."
Collaborators and Partners
In addition to our internal team, we collaborate with numerous experts and institutions from around the world. Here are some of our key partners:
Dr. Jennifer Smith - Genotyping
Institution: Institute of Molecular Genetics
Role: Coordinator of genotyping projects.
Biography: Dr. Jennifer Smith works with our team as a genotyping expert. Her work involves analyzing genetic samples and identifying potential disease markers.
Prof. David Martinez - Neurobiology
Institution: Medical University
Role: Scientific advisor.
Biography: Prof. David Martinez is a renowned neuroscientist who brings his expertise in neurodegenerative mechanisms to our project. His research helps us understand how genetics affects brain function.
Why Are We Unique?
Multidisciplinarity
Our research combines different scientific fields, from genetics to neuroscience and bioinformatics to public health. This multidisciplinarity allows us to take a comprehensive approach to the problem of Parkinson's disease.
International collaborations
Thanks to our collaborations with research institutions from around the world, we have access to the latest technologies and resources, enabling us to conduct research at the highest level.
Commitment and Passion
Every member of our team is committed to the project with full enthusiasm. We believe that our research can make a real difference in the lives of people with Parkinson's disease.
Join Us
If you are interested in working with us, whether as a researcher, physician, volunteer or donor, we warmly welcome you to contact us. Together, we can help advance Parkinson's disease research and improve the lives of patients around the world.