29 Sep 2021
Take a brain break with our proteins quiz!
At this point in the year, who isn’t in need of a little break? Test your knowledge of proteins, and maybe even...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
4 Nov 2020
Near-atomic ‘maps’ reveal structure for maintaining pH balance in cells
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Nov. 4, 2020) — For the first time, scientists have visualized a new class of molecular gates that maintain...Read More
3 Jun 2020
Near-atomic blueprint reveals inner workings of drug target for cancer, other diseases
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (June 3, 2020) — Van Andel Institute scientists have for the first time described the near-atomic level structure of...Read More
3 Jun 2020
Atomic blueprint of ‘molecular machine’ reveals role in membrane protein installation
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (June 3, 2020) — Van Andel Institute scientists have revealed the first known atomic structure of a “molecular machine”...Read More
3 Oct 2018
High-resolution “blueprint” reveals mechanism that helps E. coli infect the urinary tract
The findings may aid in the development of precision antimicrobial therapies GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan (October 3, 2018) — A common gut bacterium...Read More
13 Jun 2018
Cryo-EM reveals interaction between major drug targets
Structure provides “blueprint” for drug development, answers a longstanding question in biology GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (June 13, 2018) — For the first...Read More
10 May 2018
Microbes from marine volcanic vents reveal how humans adjusted to a changing atmosphere
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., and ATHENS, Ga. (May 10, 2018) — Ancient microbes that thrive in some of the world’s most extreme environments...Read More
22 Jan 2018