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
13
Jan
2021
A look back at 2020
The past year has challenged us in new and unexpected ways. Yet through it all, we have been inspired by the strength... Read More
5
Jan
2021
Exploring the link between Parkinson’s and the brain’s emotional center
/
Last year, Van Andel Institute assistant professor Hong-yuan Chu, Ph.D., was awarded a 2020 NARSAD Young Investigator grant by the Brain &... Read More
2
Oct
2020
Pushing back against Parkinson’s disease
Supporting research at VAI is a passion for Ron Rutkowski Ron Rutkowski has a lot left to do. At 58 years old,... Read More
28
Sep
2020
When and where does Parkinson’s start?
/
Hundreds of scientists, physicians and people with Parkinson’s explore the origins of Parkinson’s disease during three-day virtual symposium and meeting Last week,... Read More
6
Jul
2020
Understanding Parkinson’s in its earliest stages and beyond: A Q&A with Dr. Ron Postuma
/
Each year during our Grand Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease symposium, Van Andel Institute presents the Jay Van Andel Award for Outstanding Contributions... Read More
6
Jul
2020
Pinpointing the earliest stages of Parkinson’s: A Q&A with Dr. Daniela Berg
/
Each year during our Grand Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease symposium, Van Andel Institute presents the Jay Van Andel Award for Outstanding Contributions... Read More
23
Jun
2020
Parkinson’s disease expert Dr. Michael Henderson joins Van Andel Institute
/
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (June 23, 2020) — Van Andel Institute has recruited neuroscientist Michael Henderson, Ph.D., an expert in Parkinson’s disease and... 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
14
Apr
2020
Being right-brained or left-brained comes down to molecular switches
/
Findings may explain why Parkinson’s disease and other neurological disorders impact one side of the body before the other GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.... Read More