Public Lecture Series
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For generations, education has relied on tradition, intuition and habit. Today, the science of learning is raising the standard. Educators treat new ideas as testable, use…
Dr. Hong Li, professor in Van Andel Institute’s Department of Structural Biology, leverages CRISPR, cryo-EM and other leading-edge technologies to explore the mechanisms…
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…
Are soundwaves the future of cancer treatment?
At a recent public lecture, Dr. Clifford Cho gave attendees a look at an emerging technology called…
The human brain is home to billions of cells, each playing an essential role in our ability to think, feel and move. But what needs…
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,…