Understanding sphingolipid mediators of insulin resistance [ 2017 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Nigel Turner (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Anthony Don ,  A/Pr Carsten Schmitz-Peiffer ,  A/Pr Jonathan Morris ,  A/Pr Kyle Hoehn
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Brief description Sphingolipids are a class of lipid metabolites that have a variety of functions within cells. It has been known for some time that an accumulation of excess lipid, including certain sphingolipids, can adversely impact insulin action and glucose metabolism in cells. In this project we will a combination of strategies to test the hypothesis that the sphingolipid profile can be manipulated to have favourable effects on metabolism.

Funding Amount $AUD 658,521.19

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