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A research breakthrough at USask: Catching Parkinson’s earlier

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There is an exciting research breakthrough coming out of the University of Saskatchewan that could help diagnose aggressive forms of Parkinson's disease. Dr. Chris Phenix, associate professor of chemistry in USask’s College of Arts and Science, is one of the leading researchers on the project who, like many, has a personal tie to the disease.
28 Apr 12PM English Canada News Commentary

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