March 30, 2016
Researchers at SBP have identified a protein complex that is required for conversion of “bad” white fat to “good” brown fat. The findings, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, could help treat metabolic disorders such as obesity. Continue reading “Generating good fat by pushing the right buttons”
January 9, 2015
We’re excited to announce that Sanford-Burnham’s Sheila Collins, PhD, professor in the Metabolic Disease Program, will be participating in the Enzian Theater’s “Science on Screen” event on January 24 in Orlando (Maitland), Fla. Dr. Collins will discuss her work studying metabolic disease and how far we’ve come in finding treatments for diabetes and its complications. After her 15-minute talk, the audience will watch the movie “Steel Magnolias,” featuring Julia Roberts, Sally Field, and Dolly Parton. After the movie, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, either related to diabetes in the movie or the topic of metabolic disease as a whole. Continue reading “Science on Screen: Join us in Orlando on January 24”