22
Jun
2021
Seven facts about the human brain
The human brain has been the subject of fascination and study for centuries. The ancient Greek physician Hippocrates characterized the brain as... Read More
10
Jun
2021
‘Roadmaps’ of the brain reveal regions vulnerable to Alzheimer’s disease
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (JUNE 10, 2021) — Much like a supply truck crossing the countryside, the misfolded proteins that damage neurons in... Read More
13
Aug
2020
In Portugal, a search for the genetic roots of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia worldwide. It was first recognized under its current moniker in the early 1900s,... Read More
31
Jan
2020
10 research trends we’re excited to watch in the next decade
With a new decade comes a new world of possibility and innovation waiting to be unleashed in labs at Van Andel Institute... Read More
12
Jun
2019
Disease profile: Alzheimer’s disease
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Alzheimer’s disease is the most common neurodegenerative disorder in the world and a leading cause of death among older Americans. Globally, an... Read More
21
May
2019
Road to cell death mapped in the Alzheimer’s brain
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Newly identified mechanisms offer novel avenues for targeted therapeutic development GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (May 21, 2019) — Scientists have identified a new... Read More
9
May
2019
WATCH: Van Andel Institute Public Lecture Series: A Focus on Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia
On May 7, Dr. José Brás and Dr. Rita Guerreiro discussed Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Lewy body dementia at a public lecture hosted... Read More
22
Apr
2019
Explainer: How genetics impact Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia
On May 7, the Institute will host A Focus on Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia, the next installment in our Public... Read More
24
May
2016
Explaining the epigenome: An interview with Dr. Viviane Labrie (part two)
Dr. Viviane Labrie is an assistant professor in Van Andel Research Institute’s Center for Neurodegenerative Science. Her area of expertise is the... Read More
17
May
2016
Explaining the epigenome: An interview with Dr. Viviane Labrie (part one)
Dr. Viviane Labrie is an assistant professor in Van Andel Research Institute’s Center for Neurodegenerative Science. Her area of expertise is the... Read More