Hi all! With October just around the corner we wanted to highlight the great conversations that have taken place on Discourse this month.
As a reminder, we will write a summary round-up of posts at the end of each month. As always, thanks to all who have contributed!
Upcoming DCoP events 
- We look forward to seeing you all on Friday, 20 October at 2 pm UTC for our monthly meeting.
- Keep your eyes out for more information about a task force oriented towards creating a data wrangling guide, which has emerged from our September DCI meeting.
Ongoing conversations 
- @Hirotaka started a Topic about using ChatGPT for research. @Danieltds and @Paularp weighed in with some of their uses of the technology.
- @Johanna.junker brought up the idea of creating a fast tracked route for publications. She would like to hear other DCoP member’s thoughts on the topic.
- @Rooparajan Asked if anyone knows of resources regarding reclassification of Variants of Undetermined Significance (VUS). Let her know if you are aware of any resources in this space.
Notable Topics 
- @PaulaRP posted about a podcast that she listened to about Chromosome X associated studies. She is curious whether anyone has done any research or is thinking about including the X Chromosome in genetic studies.
- @Vdardov held an AMP-PD Target Explorer demo with some of her colleagues from Technome. We will post the recording and some links from the presentation if you are interested in learning about the tool.
- @Vidash started a discussion on barriers to trial participation in Parkinson’s Disease. Chime in with your thoughts and/or any ideas on how to improve diversity in trials.
Opportunities 
- @Gdp22 asked if anyone in the DCoP or their connections had experience with LEAD-DBS as he’s looking for potential collaborators on a manuscript. @Danieltds responded with a few potential leads. Reply to the topic if you/your peers have relevant expertise.
Social 
- @Vdardov mentioned that she’s considering going to the Society for Neuroscience’s annual 2023 meeting. Let us know if you’re planning to go – it would be great if some DCoP members were able to meet up!