Understanding energy balance and body composition in mice to address obesity
Core D - Energy Balance and Body Composition Core
This study is looking at how diet and genetics affect weight gain in mice by measuring their food and water intake, activity levels, and body makeup, which could help us find better ways to tackle obesity and related health problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10458566 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on quantifying energy balance and body composition in mice, which is crucial for understanding obesity and its related health issues. The study utilizes advanced equipment to measure food and water intake, physical activity, and body composition in a non-invasive manner. By analyzing these parameters, researchers aim to explore the effects of diet and genetics on obesity development. The findings could help inform strategies to combat obesity and its associated diseases.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals at risk of obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain cancers.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by obesity or related metabolic disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing obesity and related health conditions in humans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using similar methodologies to study obesity and its health impacts, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhou, Changcheng — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Zhou, Changcheng
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 below.