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Formation | 1996 |
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Headquarters | Grand Rapids, Michigan |
CEO | David Van Andel |
Staff | >500 |
Website | www |
Van Andel Institute (VAI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit biomedical research and science education organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan. VAI was founded by Jay and Betty Van Andel in 1996.[1]
The institute's research focuses on cancer epigenetics and Parkinson's disease. Its educational efforts support teacher development and science education from early elementary through the doctoral level.
David Van Andel, son of Jay and Betty, has been CEO and chairman since 1996.[2]