Van Andel Research Institute Research Articles

Dietary interventions may slow onset of inflammatory and autoimmune disorders

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 4, 2020

Reducing dietary levels of methionine can slow the onset and progression of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, in those with high-risk factors. ... Read More...

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Severe pregnancy-related depression may be rooted in inflammation

Neuroscience NewsNovember 21, 2019

Inflammatory factors appear to contribute to pregnancy-related depression onset and severity. Researchers found elevated levels of IL-6 and IL-8 and reduced levels of IL-2 in blood samples taken from blood samples of pregnant women who reported symptoms of depression. Additionally, they found serotonin was drastically reduced.... Read More...

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Hotspot in the genome may drive psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

Neuroscience NewsMay 3, 2019

A cluster of epigenetic marks in an enhancer at IGF2 could enhance dopamine synthesis associated with psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The findings may help in devising more effective treatments and screening strategies for both disorders.... Read More...

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Appendix Removal May Lower Parkinson’s Risk

Neuroscience NewsOctober 31, 2018

Researchers report those who have had appendectomies have a reduced risk of developing Parkinson's disease. A new study reveals the appendix acts as a reservoir for proteins associated with the neurodegenerative disease. ... Read More...

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News

Thirty risk factors found during and after pregnancy for children developing psychosis

Spinal nerve healing enhanced by boost in cellular energy

Eye movements precede hand movements in two-pronged decision-making processes

Neuroscience

Thirty risk factors found during and after pregnancy for children developing psychosis

Spinal nerve healing enhanced by boost in cellular energy

Eye movements precede hand movements in two-pronged decision-making processes

Neurology

Spinal nerve healing enhanced by boost in cellular energy

FDA approves ozanimod for treatment of multiple sclerosis

A new way to study HIV’s impact on the brain

AI

Machine learning helps doctors diagnose severity of brain tumors

Artificial Intelligence for Very Young Brains

Portable AI device turns coughing sounds into health data for flu and pandemic forecasting

Robotics

New Study Uses Robots to Uncover the Connections Between the Human Mind and Walking Control

COVID-19 should be wake-up call for robotics research

Psychology

Thirty risk factors found during and after pregnancy for children developing psychosis

Van Andel Research Institute

Dietary interventions may slow onset of inflammatory and autoimmune disorders

Severe pregnancy-related depression may be rooted in inflammation

Hotspot in the genome may drive psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

Appendix Removal May Lower Parkinson’s Risk