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SUMMARY:Behind the Breakthroughs: Changing Communities with Dr. Peter Jones\, Van Andel Institute
DESCRIPTION:From lifesaving vaccines to groundbreaking cancer treatments\, medical research institutions are at the heart of health innovation\, with benefits that extend well beyond the medical breakthroughs. Focusing on Grand Rapids’ own Van Andel Institute\, join us for a conversation with VAI’s President and Chief Scientific Officer\, Dr. Peter Jones\, as he shares how centers of discovery like Van Andel not only shape global health but also improve the lives of people right here in our communities. \n  \nMore on Dr. Peter Jones\, President and Chief Scientific Officer\, Van Andel Institute \n  \nThis program is the second in a series titled: \nLiving Better in West Michigan: A Global Health Perspective  \nHealth\, longevity and quality of life vary depending on where you live\, but do they have to? In this series\, explore the factors that lead to people living longer lives here and in other parts of the world and how increased knowledge of healthcare systems can help us address the real health needs in our communities.\n  \nWith thanks to our sponsoring partners at Kent District Library \nand Calvin University’s January Series \nRSVPs and Tickets \nThis program is free and open to the public. If you wish to view a recording of the program\, register below to receive a link. \n  \nParking \nFree parking is available at the library.
URL:https://worldmichigan.org/event/peter_jones/
LOCATION:Kentwood Branch (Richard L. Root)\, Kent District Library\, 4950 Breton Rd SE\,\, Kentwood\, MI\, 49508\, United States
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