Support our Parkinson’s Research Fund
From molecular mechanisms to patient care
Parkinson’s disease affects more than 10 million people worldwide, presenting a significant challenge for healthcare systems across the globe. It profoundly impacts movement, speech, and sleep, while its mental health consequences further amplify the burden on both patients and their families. As one of the fastest-growing neurodegenerative disorders, the number of Parkinson’s cases is expected to double by 2050.
Parkinson’s research is one of the main pillars of the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) of the University of Luxembourg. Most Parkinson’s cases arise from complex interactions between genetic and environmental factors. Drawing on a range of life sciences expertise, our researchers study biomarkers that may predict Parkinson’s risk, onset, and progression. Using clinical, imaging, and biological research, they aim to advance prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. With your support, we can advance our understanding of this disease and move closer to finding a cure.
Key research areas driving progress
- Nation-wide cohort for personalised medicine: Starting in 2015, we have established a nation-wide cohort of over 1,800 participants, including Parkinson’s patients, individuals with parkinsonism, and control subjects. The collection of extensive clinical data and biosamples allows us to develop “clinical trials in a dish”. By working closely with patients, we aim to translate research into therapies that improve their quality of life.
- Using big data for medical breakthroughs: Our researchers use bioinformatics and machine learning to uncover insights into Parkinson’s disease. By analysing large data sets, they identify biomarkers, explore disease pathways, and screen molecules with potential therapeutic value. This work turns complex data into meaningful advancements in patient care.
- Improving quality of life for patients and their families: To improve therapies and care, we successfully established ParkinsonNet Luxembourg in 2017, a multidisciplinary network of health care practitioners. It promotes research-backed treatments, and offers patients and families valuable resources. Recognising its impact, the Government of Luxembourg has now fully integrated the programme into the national healthcare system, marking it as a lasting success story.
- New digital tools for patients: Researchers at the LCSB are developing wearable sensors and other digital medical devices that enable patients to track symptoms and share data with their healthcare teams. These tools support patient care and generate crucial data for ongoing research.
Join us in the pursuit of a cure!
Your support is vital to our efforts to better understand, prevent, and treat Parkinson’s disease. By contributing to the Parkinson’s Research Fund, you can directly impact the development of diagnostic tools, innovative therapies, and comprehensive care networks. Together, we can change lives in Luxembourg and beyond.
‟ Every breakthrough brings us closer to better treatments and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease. Your generous contributions have been essential in driving research forward. With your continued support, we can accelerate progress and improve the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s disease, giving them new hope for a brighter future.”
Principle investigator at the LCSB
Recipient of the FNR ATTRACT grant
How to make a donation?
Any amount below €10,000 can be donated directly to the University. We would advise making any donations above €10,000 to the Luxembourg University Foundation.
Any amount below €10,000 can be donated directly to the University. We would advise making any donations above €10,000 to the University of Luxembourg Foundation.
University of Luxembourg
IBAN: LU19 0019 2955 5270 5000
BIC: BCEELULL
Mention: Parkinson’s Research Fund
University of Luxembourg Foundation
IBAN: LU34 0019 4055 4574 9000
BIC: BCEELULL
Mention: Parkinson’s Research Fund
Email donation@uni.lu to confirm a transfer has been made.
Do you wish to make a donation in honour of someone or to mark a special occasion?
- To celebrate a birthday, wedding, holiday, or another special occasion?
- To make a donation to the LCSB in memory of someone
please use the information below to make a donation to the LCSB via bank wire transfer:
Name: University of Luxembourg
Bank: BCEE
IBAN: LU19 0019 2955 5270 5000
Mention: project name / in honour of…
Example: closing remarks for an obituary
Anyone wishing to honour the memory of our dear deceased may make a donation to the Parkinson’s research fund of the University of Luxembourg, BCEE, LU19 0019 2955 5270 5000 with the reference “Don first name surname*“.
In lieu of flowers, donations in the deceased’s name may be made to the Parkinson’s research fund of the University of Luxembourg, BCEE, LU19 0019 2955 5270 5000. Mention “Don first name surname*“.
*please change accordingly
The University of Luxembourg is allowed to receive gifts that are tax deductible in Luxembourg on the part of donors, within certain limits set by articles 109, 112 and 168 of the Luxembourg Income Tax Act.
It is specified that in-kind donations to our University are not tax-deductible for Luxembourg tax purposes.
A tax receipt is issued by the University of Luxembourg for every gift.
NB: For potential tax deductibility in other States, please refer to a foreign tax expert.
In September 2013 the Luxembourg University Foundation was launched. The Foundation’s objectives are to support the academic and scientific activities, as well as initiatives of general interest of the University.
The Luxembourg University Foundation has been granted an initial capital of one million euros and has been placed in the professional care of the Fondation de Luxembourg, which will provide financial and operational management, as well as supervision.
It is also hoped that the Foundation will assist the University in attracting additional international funding.
Our Fundraising charter (in French, PDF) provides additional information regarding patronage activities and corporate philanthropy.
