Research on stem cells and Parkinson’s is incredibly active — scientists are using stem cells to learn about disease and develop treatments, and trials testing stem cell therapies in people with Parkinson’s are underway. There’s possibility in stem cells, but much work remains to evaluate their safety and benefit.

Listen to the latest Podcast on Stem Cells

The Michael J. Fox Foundation and expert panelists discuss the types of stem cells, the status of stem cell-derived therapies for Parkinson’s, and how scientists use stem cells as research tools.