Exploring how cell biology affects metabolism and chronic diseases
Official title: Molecular Metabolism: From Cell Biology to Systems Physiology
Funded at Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology · NIH-10999536 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about a conference where experts will share the latest discoveries in how our bodies process food and energy, which could help improve treatments for conditions like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease, so patients can look forward to new options for better health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 10, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $25,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13DK141189-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10999536 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals affected by obesity, diabetes, or cardiovascular diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute conditions unrelated to metabolic processes may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on a conference that will bring together experts to discuss the latest findings in molecular metabolism and its implications for chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions. The event will feature presentations on glucose transporters, insulin signaling, and new mechanisms of metabolic regulation. Patients may benefit from the insights gained at this conference, as it aims to identify new therapeutic targets for treatment. The discussions will also cover the challenges faced by the pharmaceutical and biotech industries in developing effective therapies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments for chronic diseases related to metabolism.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences in this series have successfully advanced understanding in glucose regulation and metabolic diseases.
Where this research is happening
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Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Elmendorf, Jeffrey S — Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology
- Study coordinator: Elmendorf, Jeffrey S
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.