Marisa Wexler, MS, senior science writer —

Marisa holds a Master of Science in cellular and molecular pathology from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied novel genetic drivers of ovarian cancer. Her areas of expertise include cancer biology, immunology, and genetics, and she has worked as a science writing and communications intern for the Genetics Society of America.

Articles by Marisa Wexler

Study supports using video games for Parkinson’s physical therapy

Playing rehabilitative video games along with physical therapy is more effective than conventional physical therapy only for managing symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, a study suggests. Video game-based therapy is also a better add-on to traditional physical therapy than motor imagery where a patient visualizes the steps needed for complex…

High-intensity exercise can boost dopamine signaling in the brain

Participating in high-intensity exercise can help protect the brain from progressive damage in Parkinson’s disease, a proof-of-concept imaging study suggests. “This is the first time imaging has been used to confirm that the biology of the brain in those suffering with Parkinson’s disease is changed by intense exercise,” Evan…