21
Apr
2022
The future of Parkinson’s research and treatment: A Q&A with Dr. Anthony E. Lang (Part 2)
Each year during our Grand Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease symposium, Van Andel Institute presents the Jay Van Andel Award for Outstanding Achievement in Parkinson’s Disease Research... Read More
20
Apr
2022
Understanding the full spectrum of Parkinson’s disease: A Q&A with Dr. Anthony E. Lang (Part 1)
Each year during our Grand Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease symposium, Van Andel Institute presents the Jay Van Andel Award for Outstanding Achievement in Parkinson’s Disease Research... Read More
16
Nov
2021
Five Van Andel Institute scientists named to elite Highly Cited Researchers List
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Nov. 16, 2021) — Van Andel Institute scientists Patrik Brundin, M.D., Ph.D., Peter A. Jones, Ph.D., D.Sc. (hon), Russell Jones, Ph.D.,... Read More
16
Sep
2021
Explainer: What is the gut microbiome?
Our microbiomes take the phrase “trust your gut” to a whole new level. The gut microbiome is a rich population of bacteria,... Read More
12
Jul
2021
Where cancer and neuroscience meet: A look ahead to the 2021 Origins of Cancer symposium
This year’s Origins of Cancer symposium explores the intersection of cancer and neuroscience — an area that holds great promise for better... Read More
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
27
Apr
2021
A genetic revolution in Parkinson’s: A Q&A with Dr. Ted Dawson
Each year during our Grand Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease symposium, Van Andel Institute presents the Jay Van Andel Award for Outstanding Achievement... Read More
27
Apr
2021
Renowned scientist Dr. Ted Dawson to receive Jay Van Andel Award for Outstanding Achievement in Parkinson’s Disease Research
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (April 27, 2021) — Van Andel Institute has chosen internationally recognized Parkinson’s disease expert Ted Dawson, M.D., Ph.D, to... 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
8
Jun
2020
Early career scientists adapt to working remotely by taking science virtual
In the past few months, the way we live and work has drastically changed. For many scientists, this includes a temporary transition... Read More