Understanding obesity and its effects on health
Official title: Obesity and Adipose Tissue
Funded at Keystone Symposia · NIH-11071820 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about a conference where experts will come together to talk about fat in our bodies and how it relates to health problems like diabetes and heart disease, with the goal of sharing ideas and finding better ways to tackle obesity and its effects on our health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Keystone Symposia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Silverthorne, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $19,200 |
| NIH project number | 1R13DK142555-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11071820 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by obesity or related metabolic disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by obesity or do not have related health conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on a conference that will gather experts to discuss the biology of adipose tissue and the health risks associated with obesity, such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The event aims to foster collaboration between researchers from academia and industry to explore the mechanisms linking obesity to various metabolic disorders. By sharing the latest findings and insights, the conference seeks to enhance understanding and develop new strategies for addressing obesity-related health issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing and treating obesity-related diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and collaborations in this field have successfully advanced understanding of obesity and its health impacts, indicating a strong potential for meaningful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Keystone Symposia
Silverthorne, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sheppard, Terry L. — Keystone Symposia
- Study coordinator: Sheppard, Terry L.
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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.