21 Sep 2020
International Linked Clinical Trials strategic funding for Parkinson’s now worth US$6.75 million
LONDON (Sept. 21, 2020) — The Cure Parkinson’s Trust (CPT) and Van Andel Institute (VAI) are delighted to welcome a third strategic...Read More
17 Aug 2020
Switching off ‘master regulator’ may shield the brain from Parkinson’s-related damage
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (August 17, 2020) — Switching off a molecular “master regulator” may protect the brain from inflammatory damage and neurodegeneration...Read More
29 Jul 2020
Explainer: How do gene mutations happen?
Many diseases and disorders studied at Van Andel Institute have genetic links, including cancer and Parkinson’s disease. Gene mutations, or changes to...Read More
15 Jun 2020
Parkinson’s disease symposium and advocate meeting go virtual for 2020
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (June 15, 2020) — For the first time, Grand Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease and Rallying to the Challenge, Van...Read More
21 May 2020
Explainer: What are mitochondria?
If you ask high school biology students about mitochondria, they’re likely to respond with the same answer: mitochondria are the powerhouses of...Read More
25 Sep 2017
Van Andel Research Institute hosts unique symposium on Parkinson’s disease
Patients join scientists and clinicians to explore ways to slow Parkinson’s progression Grand Rapids, Mich. (Sept. 25, 2017)—Leading Parkinson’s experts and advocates...Read More