Lipid metabolism in the hypothalamus: implications for obesity and diabetes development [ 2015 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Matthew Watt (Principal investigator) ,  Prof David Spanswick

Brief description Obesity is defined by excessive fat storage and defective lipid metabolism, not only in adipose tissue, but also in most tissues throughout the body. Obesity-induced changes in lipid metabolism extends to the brain and is associated with impaired cognitive function. This work aims to determine how obesity affects neurons in the key feeding centres of the brain, and whether excessive lipid storage in neurons induces changes in body weight regulation and metabolism.

Funding Amount $AUD 574,492.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant