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Vanandel Institute urges continued $1.5M state support for life‑science research in Grand Rapids
Summary
Representatives for the Vanandel Institute told a House appropriations subcommittee that a proposed $1.5 million state investment supports biomedical research, clinical trials and equipment purchases that the institute says have attracted grants, investigators and industry investment to Grand Rapids.
Steve Martin, legislative director for Representative Glennville, opened testimony to the House appropriations committee on behalf of the Vanandel Institute, saying the institute “was founded 30 years ago” and has become “a cornerstone of the medical mile in Grand Rapids.” Martin asked the committee to continue state support, describing a proposed $1.5 million investment.
Dr. Jonathan L., president and chief scientific officer of the Vanandel Institute, told the…
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