Moving Along newsletter
December 2024 Vol. 28, Issue 4
MDS's quarterly newsletter, providing up-to-date information on new developments in the field of Movement Disorders, as well as MDS announcements and other news.
This is the last issue for our outgoing Moving Along editor, Dr. Antonio Strafella. During his two terms from 2019-2024, he has evolved and grown the publication substantially, shepherding it into the digital era with a responsive online-only format. He has emphasized both timely scientific content and Society news about its activities and members' achievements, which continue to attract an ever-broadening audience. He has transformed Moving Along into a "must-read" publication of the MDS, attracting one of the highest view rates of any of our outputs. On behalf of the Society, thank you, Antonio, for your dedication and vision.
— Victor S.C. Fung, PhD, FRACP
President, MDS (2023-2025)
President’s Letter
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Next steps: MDS moves to develop continued guidance on biological definition for Parkinson’s disease
MDS President Victor Fung summarizes the Society’s response so far, and outlines upcoming work for a newly developed Task Force.
Congress Highlights
Controversies: Will AI replace clinicians in the diagnosis of movement disorders?
No: Can AI learn from our mistakes and captured memories to diagnose patients?
"This is not gatekeeping. It is just good patient care.”
Yes: The promise of artificial intelligence: Addressing an unmet need
AI has the potential to increase medical access and bridge healthcare inequities across the globe — if we address its shortcomings first.
2024’s most impactful clinical neuroscience studies
Presenters from the Highlights session recap the standout research takeaways from the past 12 months.
13-year-old researcher uses machine learning to improve diagnosis of Parkinson's disease
Anthaea-Grace Dennis's research combines biofluids with neuroimaging biomarkers in hopes of developing a diagnostic tool for Parkinson's.
Trial explores ballet intervention for advanced Parkinson’s
Initial findings from this world-first trial were reported at the MDS International Congress.
Congress Highlights: 2024 Awardees
Movement Disorders Review Article of the Year Award Subjective cognitive complaints in Parkinson’s disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors investigate patients’ concerns about potential PD-related cognitive decline, even when objective testing shows no measurable deficits.
Movement Disorders Clinical Practice Research Article of the Year Award Summary of “The role of levodopa challenge in predicting the outcome of subthalamic deep brain stimulation”
Optimal selection of individuals to receive DBS treatment for Parkinson’s disease may require more than merely assessing effectiveness of levodopa.
Movement Disorders Clinical Practice Review Article of the Year Award Motor overflow, synkinesia, and mirror movements: Improving recognition of these similar but distinct motor phenomena
Researchers aim to standardize use of these commonly confused features, including recommendations for terminology updates.
Presidential Lecture: The Stanley Fahn Presidential Lecture Award Next-generation phenotyping in Movement Disorders
Marina AJ de Koning-Tijssen shares how her career in hyperkinetic disorders has led to her breadth of current research.
Junior Research Award Towards combined application of alpha-synuclein and 4-repeat tau seed amplification assays for the differential diagnosis of parkinsonian disorders
Team develops 4-repeat tau assay capable of detecting progressive supranuclear palsy pathology.
Junior Research Award Electrophysiological network mapping of deep brain stimulation outcomes in Parkinson’s disease
Novel approach to brain mapping optimizes electrode positioning and DBS programming.
Honorary Membership AwardPramod Pal reflects on his contributions to the field in India and across the world
Pal has been a founding member of several vital initiatives, and served as a mentor to more than 100 young neurologists.
Honorary Membership AwardElena Moro discusses career highlights and advice
Awardee shares how the question “Why am I seeing this?” has driven her successful career.
President's Distinguished Service AwardFrom beginnings to distinctions: A journey in Movement Disorders
“Leadership is about serving others, not seeking titles.”
Presidential Honorary Membership AwardPrevious Society President reflects on lessons from his journey in neurology
Francisco Cardoso shares the highlights, mentors, and takeaways that have guided him through his successful and interesting career.
Public Service AwardFactor-H co-founder centers humanity to serve communities living with Huntington’s disease
“I believe that science cannot be fundamentally disconnected from the lives of those individuals it seeks to help.”
Congratulations to All 2024 AwardeesCongratulations to these additional honorees who were unable to contribute an article:
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Features
‘Ambitious’ study investigates use of PET imaging biomarkers for Huntington's disease
Researchers aim to determine whether four targets of positron emission tomography can serve as additional biomarkers for projecting disease and symptom progression.
A farewell from the outgoing Editor
Dr. Antonio Strafella looks back on the successes of Moving Along during his tenure as Editor (2019-2024).
The making of a journal every clinician wants to read: A reflection by the founding editors
The founding editors of the Movement Disorders Clinical Practice (MDCP) journal recount the incredible growth of the publication under their guidance.
Event Highlights
Highlights: World Movement Disorders Day 2024
The movement disorders community united around the globe to raise awareness about these disorders and “fighting stigma.”
2024 Hong Kong Movement Disorder Society meeting draws record attendance
An eye-opening experience for participants, featuring enlightening talks and fruitful discussions with experts from around the world.
Speed networking with both peers and field leaders amplifies young members’ event
Thoughtful construction and implementation made the event an especially valuable opportunity for young members in Philadelphia.
Social-savvy experts take over MDS Instagram for #MDSCongress
Leaders in the field shared their thoughts and gave colleagues a platform, extending the reach of MDS social media by more than 5x.
Women’s SIG offers networking and other vital tools
Group offers career connections and guidance to women across the field.
Member Updates
NEW: Keep up with member changes, passings and more.
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Editorial Board
Moving Along Editor (2019-2024)
Antonio Strafella, MD, PhD, FRCPC
Dr. Strafella is a Professor of Neurology and Krembil-Rossy Chair, in the Neurology Division at Toronto Western Hospital-UHN at the University of Toronto, and is a long standing member of MDS, having served in numerous committee roles within the Society, as well as a former Associate Editor of Movement Disorders.
Catalina Cerquera-Cleves, MD, MSc
Daniel G. Di Luca, MD
Shaimaa El-Jaafary, MD
Anhar Hassan, MD
Prashanth Kukkle, DM
Sergio Rodriguez-Quiroga, MD
Katarzyna Smilowska, MD, PhD
Indu Subramanian, MD