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Metabolism

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October 11, 2019 When studying immune cells, environment matters

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Oct. 10, 2019) — For years, scientists have used cells grown in petri dishes to study the metabolic processes that fuel the…

November 21, 2018 10 fast facts about metabolism to impress your friends and family during Thanksgiving

Looking for a conversation starter for this year’s Thanksgiving dinner? We’re here to help! Check out these 10 fast facts about metabolism to help make…

October 17, 2018 Explaining metabolism in four minutes or less

Day-to-day life takes a lot of energy. That’s where metabolism comes in. Metabolism keeps us going by powering each and every biological process, from regulating…

September 19, 2018 Explainer: What is metabolism?

The Institute has launched a new program in metabolism and nutrition. Here’s why that’s important. Earlier today, we announced the launch of a new research…

September 19, 2018 Van Andel Research Institute launches metabolism and nutrition research program

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (September 19, 2018) — Van Andel Research Institute (VARI) has launched the most comprehensive metabolism and nutrition research program of its kind,…

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November 27, 2017 Can alpha-synuclein in the gut impact the brain?

Scientists have a gut feeling about Parkinson’s disease. Namely, that it may not start in the brain, the organ most often associated with disease. Instead,…

December 7, 2016 Diabetes drug slows experimental Parkinson’s disease progression, human trials to begin next year

New data published today shows drug preserves critical brain function in laboratory models of Parkinson’s GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Dec. 7, 2016)—A new investigational drug originally…

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February 11, 2015 New insights on aging: Location is crucial in determining if reactive oxygen species are beneficial or detrimental

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (February 11, 2015) — Using antioxidants to combat the effects of aging may only be beneficial if the treatment is targeted to specific…