UC Irvine researchers are closing in on the mysterious origins of Parkinson’s disease, which affects nearly one million people in the United States. Evidence suggests that the incurable disorder may begin in the gut, where disease-causing protein clumps appear to travel to the brain. By mapping this journey, scientists hope to unlock new possibilities for early intervention, and possibly prevention, of Parkinson’s disease. 🏛️ Research funded by nihgov #SpeakUp4Science