1 Apr 2022
Molecular ‘blueprint’ illuminates how plants perceive light
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (March 30, 2022) — Plants rely on their ability to sense light for survival. But unlike animals, plants don’t...Read More
21 Mar 2022
Cryo-EM reveals how ‘911’ molecule helps fix damaged DNA
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (March 21, 2022) — When something goes wrong during DNA replication, cells call their own version of 911 to...Read More
14 Dec 2021
A year — and a quarter century — in review
As 2021 comes to a close, so too does Van Andel Institute’s celebration of our 25th anniversary. The Institute’s story began with...Read More
30 Sep 2021
Structural biologist Dr. Evan Worden joins Van Andel Institute’s faculty
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Sept. 30, 2021) — Van Andel Institute has welcomed structural biologist and epigenetics expert Evan Worden, Ph.D., to its...Read More
29 Sep 2021
Take a brain break with our proteins quiz!
At this point in the year, who isn’t in need of a little break? Test your knowledge of proteins, and maybe even...Read More
24 Jun 2021
A ‘tasty’ protein may lead to new ways to treat metabolic and immune diseases
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (June 24, 2021) — The same taste-sensing molecule that helps you enjoy a meal from your favorite restaurant may...Read More
24 Mar 2021
Today is World Tuberculosis Day. Here’s what you need to know.
On March 24, 1882, German physician Dr. Robert Koch announced that he had identified the bacterium that causes tuberculosis (TB), a deadly...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
4 Nov 2020
Near-atomic ‘maps’ reveal structure for maintaining pH balance in cells
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Nov. 4, 2020) — For the first time, scientists have visualized a new class of molecular gates that maintain...Read More
1 Jul 2020
Graduate student spotlight: Investigating molecular ‘gates’ to understand and treat disease
Every other month, we highlight one of Van Andel Institute Graduate School’s doctoral students. This month features Emery Haley, a student in...Read More