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This project aims to investigate the biological differences between subcutaneous and visceral fat to understand obesity-related health risks. By analyzing genetic variants and gene expression in adipose tissues, the research seeks to uncover mechanisms that contribute to the disease susceptibility linked to visceral fa…
Obesity is major challenge for healthcare worldwide and is linked to increased risk for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
However not all obese individuals are equally vulnerable and it has long been appreciated that central obesity (an excess of visceral fat) comprises a major risk factor for disease.
It is also well established that adipose tissue from different parts of the body displays distinct biochemical properties, with biological profiles of subcutaneous and visceral fat being…
BIOMEDICALSCIENCES RESEARCH CENTER ALEXANDER FLEMING
EREVNITIKO KENTRO VIOIATRIKON EPISTIMON ALEXANDROS FLEMINGK
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