Research Advances

Creatine kinase (CK), also known as creatine phosphokinase (CPK) or phosphocreatine kinase, is an enzyme expressed by various tissues and cell types. CK catalyses the conversion of creatine and uses adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to create phosphocreatine (PCr) and adenosine diphosphate (ADP). This CK enzyme reaction is reversible and thus ATP can be generated from PCr and ADP.
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Simply Stated: RNA-Based Therapies in Development for Myotonic Dystrophy

By Sujatha Gurunathan | January 30, 2025
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Innovative Research: Spotlight on MDA Research Grant Recipients

By Larry Luxner | December 20, 2024
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In Case You Missed It…

By MDA Staff | December 8, 2024
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MDA CEO and President Dr. Wood Reflects on 2024: A Year of Milestones and Momentum

By Donald S. Wood, Ph.D., President and CEO, Muscular Dystrophy Association | December 5, 2024
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Behind the Drug: Tofersen (Qalsody) for ALS

By Larry Luxner | November 13, 2024
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Simply Stated: Updates in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

By Sujatha Gurunathan | October 29, 2024
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MDA Kickstart: A New Hope for Ultra-Rare Neuromuscular Disease Treatments

By Sharon Hesterlee, Ph.D. | September 9, 2024
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Understanding Myositis

By Myrna Traylor | August 13, 2024
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MDA Ambassador Guest Blog: Finding Hope and Optimism in New Treatments

By Chase Rankin | June 4, 2024
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Treatment Options for Autoimmune Neuromuscular Diseases

By Patrick Sullivan | May 17, 2024