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August 25, 2016 Three outstanding structural biologists join Van Andel Research Institute

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Aug. 25, 2016)—Van Andel Research Institute (VARI) is pleased to announce the recruitment of three exceptional structural biologists, who will significantly expand…

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August 8, 2016 New model recreates early spread of Parkinson’s disease in the brain

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Aug. 8, 2016)—They’re two of the biggest mysteries in Parkinson’s disease research—where does the disease start? And how can it be stopped…

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August 2, 2016 Reduced activity of an important enzyme identified among suicidal patients

(August 2, 2016)—It is known that people who have attempted suicide have ongoing inflammation in their blood and spinal fluid. Now, a collaborative study from…

July 27, 2016 Indicators of Parkinson’s disease risk found in unexpected places

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (July 27, 2016)—Clues that point toward new risk mechanisms for developing Parkinson’s disease are hiding in some unusual spots, according to

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July 12, 2016 Michael J. Fox Foundation, Van Andel Research Institute and The Cure Parkinson’s Trust collaborate to assess the clinical use and development of nilotinib in Parkinson’s disease

Note: To read the commentary published in the Journal of Parkinson's Disease click here. Investigators will focus on safety for long-term use in non-cancer…

June 16, 2016 Stand Up To Cancer returns for fifth live roadblock telecast Friday, September 9 Bradley Cooper to executive-produce with award-winning team at Done + Dusted

Note: This press release was written by Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C). Van Andel Research Institute (VARI) is home to the VARI-SU2C Epigenetics Dream…

May 3, 2016 Van Andel Institute scientist elected to National Academy of Sciences to advise nation on medical and epigenomic policy and direction

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (May 3, 2016)—Van Andel Research Institute (VARI) Chief Scientific Officer Peter Jones, Ph.D., D.Sc., today joined…

April 27, 2016 Founder of movement disorders field to receive Parkinson’s award

 Stanley Fahn, M.D., honored by Van Andel Institute GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (April 27, 2016)—In honor of his immeasurable contributions to the study and treatment of movements…