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Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that over time interferes with memory, thinking and the ability to perform day-to-day tasks.
It is the most common…
Antibiotics are essential tools in modern medicine. They treat bacterial infections by killing harmful bacteria or making it harder for them to grow and multiply.…
Here at Van Andel Institute, September marks more than the turn of the season: it signifies the return of our annual Grand Challenges in Parkinson’s…
Fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) are more like us than you might think.
For example, they share 65%–75% of disease-causing genes with humans, making them important…
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive disorder that damages movement-regulating nerve cells (neurons) in the brain and spinal cord. As more of these neurons…
Our kidneys perform many important jobs.
They filter our blood to remove waste, regulate blood pressure by eliminating excess fluid and ensure our electrolytes are…
Osteoarthritis is a common disorder that typically affects older people. It occurs when the cartilage in joints break down, causing pain and stiffness that worsens…
Collaboration and connection are critically important in science.
Now in its second year, the Winter Neurodegeneration Summit provides an outstanding opportunity for early career…