Carnitine acetyltransferase (CrAT) regulates appetite and body weight through the melanocortin system [ 2014 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Zane Andrews (Principal investigator) ,  Prof David Spanswick

Brief description Carnitine metabolism in peripheral tissues, such as muscle, maintains appropriate cellular metabolism and function. Little is known about carnitine metabolism in specific populations of brain cells regulate food intake and appetite. This project aims to understand how carnitine metabolism affect brain cells that regulate food intake and body weight.

Funding Amount $AUD 547,087.47

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant