Public Lecture Series: The Building Blocks of Brain Cells

The human brain is home to billions of cells, each one playing an important role in our everyday lives. But what goes on inside of these cells? What makes them tick? Join Van Andel Institute’s Dr. Melissa Hoyer for a behind-the-scenes look at how our brain cells work — and how they contribute to health and disease.

Dr. Melissa Hoyer studies the fundamental cellular processes that support brain health. To date, her research has revealed important insights into several critical cellular systems required for normal function — and detailed how errors in these vital processes contribute to disease.