The Demoucelle Parkinson Charity also wants to inspire young researchers in Belgium to pursue their studies and potentially their future careers in investigating Parkinson’s disease. To this end, the charity offers:
An annual prize for the best masters thesisaddressing any aspect of Parkinson’s disease – diagnosis, impact, care, treatment or cure.
Open to all students at Belgian universities and across all disciplines. (Click herefor the application rules and process to be followed.)
A PhD fellowship for a doctoral scientist researching an aspect of Parkinson’s disease that could further understanding of the disorder and lead to a cure. Awarded every two years. The next call is foreseen for 2025.
On November 27th, 2018, Patrick & Anne-Marie gave a speech on the experience of a Parkinson patient. They covered 4 key factors: embracing authenticity, answering the existential questions, finding the hidden side, and choosing positivity.
TIPz is a Parkinson’s Association in Belgium whose goal is to strengthen the position of people in difficult situations. On November 16th, 2018, Patrick & Anne-Marie shared with Parkinson patients what they learnt about resilience when faced with Parkinson’s.
On October 19th 2018, Patrick & Anne-Marie were back at the Solvay Brussels School to testify about Parkinson’s and teach graduates and family how to practice Resilience.
On October 16th, 2018, Patrick & Anne-Marie gave a “Winner Mindset” conference. The proceeds of the evening went to research on Parkinson’s. They shared their experience on how to get activities, business and self to full potential, even when circumstances are tough.
On October 8th, 2018, Patrick & Anne-Marie gave a keynote speech about ‘never giving up, whatever the circumstances’. Two objectives: testify about living with Parkinson’s, and giving people a boost.
