15 Feb 2021
Graduate student spotlight: Investigating a genetic disorder that increases cancer risk
Throughout the year, we highlight Van Andel Institute Graduate School’s doctoral students. This month, we’re featuring Shelby Compton, a Ph.D. candidate in the lab...Read More
3 Feb 2021
New study to probe how diet and metabolism influence the immune system
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Feb. 3, 2021) — A pair of scientists from Van Andel Institute and the National Institute of Allergy and...Read More
13 Jan 2021
A look back at 2020
The past year has challenged us in new and unexpected ways. Yet through it all, we have been inspired by the strength...Read More
19 May 2020
New biomarker could flag tumors that are sensitive to common diabetes drug
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (May 19, 2020) — A newly identified biomarker could help scientists pinpoint which cancers are vulnerable to treatment with...Read More
4 Feb 2020
Dietary interventions may slow onset of inflammatory and autoimmune disorders
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Feb. 4, 2020) — Significantly reducing dietary levels of the amino acid methionine could slow onset and progression of...Read More
11 Dec 2019
Explainer: What is immunology?
Immunology is the study of the immune system, the body’s natural defenses against infection and disease. The immune system employs numerous defense...Read More
11 Oct 2019
When studying immune cells, environment matters
Report urges researchers to look outside the petri dish and into the body to study T cell metabolism GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Oct....Read More
19 Sep 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...Read More
19 Sep 2018