15
May
2019
Linking genetics and Parkinson’s: A Q&A with genetics expert Dr. Ellen Sidransky
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As a pediatrician with expertise in medical genetics, Dr. Ellen Sidransky never expected to become one of the world’s foremost experts on... Read More
16
Jan
2018
VARI’s first Fulbright Scholar takes on a devastating neurological disorder
Since 1946, the Fulbright Program has supported academic and research exchanges for graduate students and recent graduates in more than 160 countries.... Read More
10
Jan
2018
Protecting the brain from Parkinson’s
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When it comes to finding a cure for Parkinson’s disease, developing a way to shield vulnerable brain cells from damage is at... Read More
21
Dec
2017
10 highlights: A look back at 2017
With 2017 quickly coming to close, we’d like to reflect on all that’s been accomplished by rounding up some of this year’s... Read More
9
Nov
2017
New research to target air pollution as a potential trigger for Parkinson’s
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Nov. 9, 2017 (GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.)—The Department of Defense has awarded a multi-institutional team of scientists a series of grants totaling $4.37... Read More
27
Sep
2017
Award honors Parkinson’s pioneer
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Sept. 27, 2017) — Van Andel Research Institute and The Cure Parkinson’s Trust announce Thomas Foltynie, B.Sc., MBBS, MRCP,... Read More
27
Sep
2017
Pioneering scientist wins annual Jay Van Andel Award
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Sept. 27, 2017) — Van Andel Research Institute announces pioneering physician-scientist J. William Langston, M.D., as the 2017 winner... Read More
20
Sep
2017
$2.375 million federal award to study epigenetic control systems, inform drug discovery
GRAND RAPIDS, MI (Sept. 20, 2017)—Van Andel Research Institute scientist Scott Rothbart, Ph.D., has been awarded a five-year, $2.375 million Maximizing Investigators’... Read More
13
Sep
2017
Investigating inherited Parkinson’s, gene by gene
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For the majority of people with Parkinson’s disease, the cause of their condition is far from clear. But for a small number,... Read More
17
Aug
2017
Van Andel Institute Graduate School student earns prestigious award to study colon cancer
Graduate students at the Institute are more than just students—they are up-and-coming professional scientists who make valuable contributions to the life-changing research... Read More