Our research committee interrogates new proposals and analyses research reports to ensure that the science is robust and progressive and ultimately, will benefit those living with Parkinson’s. We ensure that results are disseminated with urgency.

The Cure Parkinson’s Research Committee members are experts in the field and dedicated to funding research which leads us further towards treatments and cures for Parkinson’s. Here we’ve detailed brief summaries of the members of the Committee who are behind some of the most groundbreaking research happening now.

Our Research Committee

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Chair, Cure Parkinson’s Research Committee
Professor Ruth Dobson

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Professor Roger Barker

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Dr Malcolm Barratt-Johnson

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Dr David Breen

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Dr Anil Desai

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Dr Maria Doitsidou

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Professor Tom Foltynie

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Professor Tilo Kunath

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Dr Mariah Lelos

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Dr Kevin McFarthing

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Professor Heather Mortiboys

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Dr Leah Mursaleen

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Gina Robinson

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Anthony Temple KC

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Dr Ayse Ulusoy

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Prof Alan Whone

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Professor Alison Yarnall

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Research Committee Intern
Dr James Conway

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Research Committee Intern
Áine Heffernan

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Research Committee Intern
Dr Katie Llyod