Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
12/19/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/19/2025 15:58
Governor Shapiro Secures First-Ever Investment in Neurodegenerative Disease Research in 2025-26 Budget
December 19, 2025- Pittsburgh, PA
Governor Shapiro Secures First-Ever Investment in Neurodegenerative Disease Research in 2025-26 Budget
Governor Josh Shapiro highlighted a $5 million investment in first-ever, dedicated funding for neurodegenerative disease research, secured in the 2025-26 budget signed into law by the Governor. The investment marks a major step forward for older adults, caregivers, and families across the Commonwealth.
The Governor was joined by Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen, as well as researchers and community and elected leaders at the University of Pittsburgh to highlight the new funding and ceremonially sign Senate Bill 160, the General Appropriations Act.
"Pennsylvania is home to some of the most innovative researchers and medical institutions in the world," said Governor Shapiro. "By making this first-ever investment in neurodegenerative disease research, we're accelerating the search for cures, supporting families and caregivers, and building on our work to ensure older Pennsylvanians can age with dignity, independence, and hope."
List of Speakers:
Joan Gabel, University of Pittsburgh Chancellor
Chris Donnelly, PhD, Researcher and Asst. Professor of Neurobiology, University of Pittsburgh
Secretary Dr. Bogen, PA Department of Health
Representative Kyle Mullins
Dean Anantha Shekhar, MD, PhD, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh
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