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International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society

Moving Along  newsletter

 December 2024   Vol. 28, Issue 4

MDS's quarterly newsletter, providing up-to-date information on new developments in the field of Movement Disorders, as well as MDS announcements and other news.

Main Content

This is the last issue for our outgoing Moving Along editor, Dr. Antonio Strafella. During his two terms from 2019-2024, he has evolved and grown the publication substantially, shepherding it into the digital era with a responsive online-only format. He has emphasized both timely scientific content and Society news about its activities and members' achievements, which continue to attract an ever-broadening audience. He has transformed Moving Along into a "must-read" publication of the MDS, attracting one of the highest view rates of any of our outputs. On behalf of the Society, thank you, Antonio, for your dedication and vision. 

— Victor S.C. Fung, PhD, FRACP 
     President, MDS (2023-2025)

President’s Letter

Upcoming from MDS: Another key viewpoint paper, more patient engagement, and a successful World Movement Disorders Day. 

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Next steps: MDS moves to develop continued guidance on biological definition for Parkinson’s disease

Next steps: MDS moves to develop continued guidance on biological definition for Parkinson’s disease

MDS President Victor Fung summarizes the Society’s response so far, and outlines upcoming work for a newly developed Task Force.

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Congress Highlights

Controversies: Will AI replace clinicians in the diagnosis of movement disorders?

Controversies: Will AI replace clinicians in the diagnosis of movement disorders?

No: Can AI learn from our mistakes and captured memories to diagnose patients?  

"This is not gatekeeping. It is just good patient care.” 

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Yes: The promise of artificial intelligence: Addressing an unmet need

AI has the potential to increase medical access and bridge healthcare inequities across the globe — if we address its shortcomings first. 

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2024’s most impactful clinical neuroscience studies2024’s most impactful clinical neuroscience studies    

Presenters from the Highlights session recap the standout research takeaways from the past 12 months.  

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13-year-old researcher uses machine learning to improve diagnosis of Parkinson's disease13-year-old researcher uses machine learning to improve diagnosis of Parkinson's disease 

Anthaea-Grace Dennis's research combines biofluids with neuroimaging biomarkers in hopes of developing a diagnostic tool for Parkinson's.  

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Trial explores ballet intervention for advanced Parkinson’sTrial explores ballet intervention for advanced Parkinson’s

Initial findings from this world-first trial were reported at the MDS International Congress.  

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Congress Highlights: 2024 Awardees

Subjective cognitive complaints in Parkinson’s disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Movement Disorders Review Article of the Year Award Subjective cognitive complaints in Parkinson’s disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Authors investigate patients’ concerns about potential PD-related cognitive decline, even when objective testing shows no measurable deficits. 

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Summary of “The Role of Levodopa Challenge in Predicting the Outcome of Subthalamic Deep Brain Stimulation”

Movement Disorders Clinical Practice Research Article of the Year Award Summary of “The role of levodopa challenge in predicting the outcome of subthalamic deep brain stimulation”

Optimal selection of individuals to receive DBS treatment for Parkinson’s disease may require more than merely assessing effectiveness of levodopa. 

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Motor overflow, synkinesia, and mirror movements: Improving recognition of these similar but distinct motor phenomena

Movement Disorders Clinical Practice Review Article of the Year Award Motor overflow, synkinesia, and mirror movements: Improving recognition of these similar but distinct motor phenomena

Researchers aim to standardize use of these commonly confused features, including recommendations for terminology updates. 

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Next-generation phenotyping in Movement Disorders

Presidential Lecture: The Stanley Fahn Presidential Lecture Award Next-generation phenotyping in Movement Disorders

Marina AJ de Koning-Tijssen shares how her career in hyperkinetic disorders has led to her breadth of current research.  

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Towards combined application of alpha-synuclein and 4-repeat tau seed amplification assays for the differential diagnosis of parkinsonian disorders

Junior Research Award Towards combined application of alpha-synuclein and 4-repeat tau seed amplification assays for the differential diagnosis of parkinsonian disorders

Team develops 4-repeat tau assay capable of detecting progressive supranuclear palsy pathology. 

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Electrophysiological Network Mapping of Deep Brain Stimulation Outcomes in Parkinson’s disease

Junior Research Award Electrophysiological network mapping of deep brain stimulation outcomes in Parkinson’s disease

Novel approach to brain mapping optimizes electrode positioning and DBS programming.  

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Pramod Pal reflects on his contributions to the field in India and across the world

Honorary Membership AwardPramod Pal reflects on his contributions to the field in India and across the world

Pal has been a founding member of several vital initiatives, and served as a mentor to more than 100 young neurologists.

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Elena Moro discusses career highlights and advice

Honorary Membership AwardElena Moro discusses career highlights and advice

Awardee shares how the question “Why am I seeing this?” has driven her successful career.

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From beginnings to distinctions: A journey in Movement Disorders

President's Distinguished Service AwardFrom beginnings to distinctions: A journey in Movement Disorders 

“Leadership is about serving others, not seeking titles.” 

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Previous Society President reflects on lessons from his journey in neurology

Presidential Honorary Membership AwardPrevious Society President reflects on lessons from his journey in neurology

Francisco Cardoso shares the highlights, mentors, and takeaways that have guided him through his successful and interesting career.  

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Factor-H co-founder centers humanity to serve communities living with Huntington’s Disease

Public Service AwardFactor-H co-founder centers humanity to serve communities living with Huntington’s disease

“I believe that science cannot be fundamentally disconnected from the lives of those individuals it seeks to help.”

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Congratulations to All 2024 Awardees

Congratulations to these additional honorees who were unable to contribute an article: 

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Features

‘Ambitious’ study investigates use of PET imaging biomarkers for Huntington's disease

‘Ambitious’ study investigates use of PET imaging biomarkers for Huntington's disease

Researchers aim to determine whether four targets of positron emission tomography can serve as additional biomarkers for projecting disease and symptom progression. 

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A farewell from the outgoing Editor

A farewell from the outgoing Editor

Dr. Antonio Strafella looks back on the successes of Moving Along during his tenure as Editor (2019-2024).  

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The making of a journal every clinician wants to read: A reflection by the founding editors

The making of a journal every clinician wants to read: A reflection by the founding editors

The founding editors of the Movement Disorders Clinical Practice (MDCP) journal recount the incredible growth of the publication under their guidance.   

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Event Highlights

Highlights: World Movement Disorders Day 2024

 

Highlights: World Movement Disorders Day 2024 

The movement disorders community united around the globe to raise awareness about these disorders and “fighting stigma.”

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2024 Hong Kong Movement Disorder Society meeting draws record attendance
2024 Hong Kong Movement Disorder Society meeting draws record attendance

An eye-opening experience for participants, featuring enlightening talks and fruitful discussions with experts from around the world. 

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Speed networking with both peers and field leaders amplifies young members’ event
Speed networking with both peers and field leaders amplifies young members’ event

Thoughtful construction and implementation made the event an especially valuable opportunity for young members in Philadelphia.

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Social-savvy experts take over MDS Instagram for #MDSCongress
Social-savvy experts take over MDS Instagram for #MDSCongress

Leaders in the field shared their thoughts and gave colleagues a platform, extending the reach of MDS social media by more than 5x.

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Women’s SIG offers networking and other vital tools
Women’s SIG offers networking and other vital tools

Group offers career connections and guidance to women across the field.

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Member Updates

NEW: Keep up with member changes, passings and more. 

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Postings

Browse job openings, grants, fellowships, and other opportunities. 

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A stack of Moving Along issues.    

 

Browse the Moving Along archives.

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Editorial Board

Moving Along Editor (2019-2024)
Antonio Strafella, MD, PhD, FRCPC

Dr. Strafella is a Professor of Neurology and Krembil-Rossy Chair, in the Neurology Division at Toronto Western Hospital-UHN at the University of Toronto, and is a long standing member of MDS, having served in numerous committee roles within the Society, as well as a former Associate Editor of Movement Disorders.

Catalina Cerquera-Cleves, MD, MSc

Daniel G. Di Luca, MD

 

Shaimaa El-Jaafary, MD

Anhar Hassan, MD

Prashanth Kukkle, DM

Sergio Rodriguez-Quiroga, MD

Katarzyna Smilowska, MD, PhD

Indu Subramanian, MD

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