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
22
Jun
2020
Van Andel Institute scientists win Team Science Awards from American Association for Cancer Research
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (June 22, 2020) — The American Association for Cancer Research has awarded Van Andel Institute Professor Peter W. Laird,... Read More
15
Jan
2020
New study may lead to fewer hysterectomies in women with uterine fibroid tumors
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NOTE: This release was originally published by Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Uterine fibroid tumors are the leading cause of... Read More
5
Apr
2018
Comprehensive atlas redefines gastrointestinal cancers
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Scientists now have a powerful new resource for developing better treatments for common cancers of the esophagus, stomach, colon and rectum, collectively... Read More
5
Apr
2018
Van Andel Research Institute scientists help redefine how cancer is categorized
Comprehensive scientific resource highlighted in more than two dozen papers published in Cell Press by The Cancer Genome Atlas
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Laird is senior author on the paper, along with Adam J. Bass, M.D., of Harvard University and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Vésteinn... Read More
2
Apr
2018
10
May
2017
Research brief: New understanding of lethal women’s cancer
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TCGA publishes molecular profile of uterine carcinosarcoma, offers potential new treatment options Researchers from The Cancer Genome Atlas, including Van Andel Research... Read More
17
Nov
2016
Van Andel Research Institute, Cedars-Sinai awarded National Cancer Institute grant for epigenomic data analysis
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Nov. 17, 2016)—Van Andel Research Institute (VARI), in collaboration with Cedars-Sinai, has received a $2.5 million, five-year grant from... Read More
14
Nov
2016
Endometrial cancer: Key facts
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In the United States, endometrial cancer (which originates in the lining of the uterus) is the most common cancer of the female... Read More
10
Nov
2016
10 facts about ovarian cancer
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As we gear up for next week’s luncheon, A Conversation About Women’s Health Hosted by Carol Van Andel, here are 10 facts... Read More