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Conference on how metabolism affects health and disease

Official title: CSHL 2025 Mechanisms of Metabolic Signaling Conference

Funded at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory · NIH-11142815 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This conference is a friendly gathering for scientists who study how our body's metabolism affects health and diseases like obesity and cancer, where they'll share new ideas and work together to better understand these important topics.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionCold Spring Harbor Laboratory
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Cold Spring Harbor, United States)
Project startMay 12, 2025
Project endApril 30, 2026
Funding year2025
Award (this year)$25,000
NIH project number1R13DK143532-01
Project IDNIH-11142815 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Patients with metabolic disorders such as obesity, diabetes, or cancer may benefit from the findings discussed at this conference.

Less likely to help

Patients with unrelated health conditions or those not affected by metabolic diseases may not receive direct benefits from this research.

What this research studies

This conference will bring together experts in metabolic signaling to discuss recent advancements in understanding how metabolism influences health and various diseases, including obesity and cancer. Participants will include leading researchers, junior faculty, and students who will share insights on metabolic regulation and its implications for normal physiology and disease states. The discussions will cover topics such as interorgan communication, nutrient utilization, and the impact of metabolic processes on cellular functions. This event aims to foster collaboration and innovation in the field of metabolic research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights and strategies for treating metabolic diseases and cancers.

How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research in metabolic signaling have led to significant advancements in understanding metabolic diseases and their treatment.

Where this research is happening

  • Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
    Cold Spring Harbor, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Stewart, David J. — Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
  • Study coordinator: Stewart, David J.

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
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