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04 November 2026

Brains are resilient. Harnessing their self-protective mechanisms might help to prevent or slow the progression of this neurodegenerative condition.

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Sarah DeWeerdt Sarah DeWeerdt is a science journalist in Seattle, Washington.

Illustration: Antoine Doré

The pianist’s hands are poised over the keys, his right hand trembles slightly. A drummer and bass player start up and, after a beat, the pianist joins in, both hands fluently producing the luscious, staccato rhythms of jazz.

Nature 659 , S14-S15 (2026)

doi: https://doi.org/10.1038/d41586-026-03171-3

This article is part of Nature Outlook: Parkinson’s disease , a supplement produced with financial support from Aspen Neuroscience, Inc . Nature maintains full independence in all editorial decisions related to the content. About this content .

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