Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research logo
GBA1 Parkinson's Disease Research Catalyst Program

MJFF GBA1 Parkinson's Disease Research Catalyst Program

Connects United States Parkinson's researchers through the MJFF GBA1 Catalyst Program for precision treatment design and testing.

The Michael J. Fox Foundation GBA1 Parkinson's Disease Research Catalyst Program funds investigator-initiated research into GBA1-associated Parkinson's disease, one of the most common genetic risk factors for the condition. MJFF, which has invested more than $2 billion in PD research since 2000, designed the Catalyst Program specifically to build mechanistic understanding of how GBA1 dysfunction d

Funds research into GBA1-associated Parkinson's disease, including molecular mechanisms linking GBA1 dysfunction to neurodegeneration, disease modifiers, progression factors, and cell-type or systems-level effects.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–24 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

Sign up free to see the funding breakdown

Sign up free to see the industries in scope

Sign up free to see the full eligibility

Sign up free to see how to apply

Sign up free to see the timeline

Sign up free to see where teams trip up

Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.michaeljfox.org