Public Lecture Series
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In 2025, VAI continued to build scientific momentum and drive discoveries that deepen our understanding of human health. With the addition of new faculty and…
Could the key to better treatments for chronic conditions such as diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease be found in our own backyards?
Traditional education often prioritizes grades and memorization, neglecting skills vital for real-world problem-solving.
At a recent public lecture, Van Andel Institute for Education’s Director…
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Jan. 16, 2025) — Van Andel Institute’s free Public Lecture Series returns Feb. 5. This year’s lineup will cover topics such as brain cells,…
The past year at Van Andel Institute can be summed up in two words: “growth” and “impact.”
We’ve expanded our research capacity by adding new…
Depression is a common mental health disorder, and its emotional and psychological symptoms are well known. Perhaps less known are the various biological factors that…
Artificial intelligence is increasingly common in classroom instruction. The growing adoption by teachers and students has opened new realms of possibility, and also begged many…
Parkinson’s disease is linked to clumps of misshapen proteins that damage brain cells and lead to the disease’s hallmark symptoms.