Research Articles
The Genetic Detective: Uncovering a Rare Clue to Childhood Obesity
Discover how rare genetic variants in the IRS2 gene reveal new insights into childhood obesity in Hispanic populations, challenging previous assumptions about weight and blood sugar regulation.
Mice as Metabolic Marvels: Decoding the Body's Chemical Switches
Explore how genetically engineered mice reveal the secrets of metabolism and drug response through PPARα knockouts and bovine CYP3A transgenics.
The Genetic Switch: How a Tiny Mutation in Your DNA Might Influence Weight Regulation
Exploring the α2B adrenergic receptor deletion/insertion polymorphism and its potential connection to morbid obesity, metabolism, and cardiovascular health.