Genetic and Molecular Mechanisms of Obesity-Related Sequelae
Description:
Obesity is a global epidemic among children, adolescents, and adults. Furthermore, obesity is a well-known risk factor for cardiovascular and gastrointestinal diseases, type 2 diabetes, and certain forms of cancer. Aside from their detrimental health effects on the individual, obesity and its associated sequelae are also major socioeconomic burdens both upon patients and governments. As the incidence of obesity continues to escalate at an alarming rate, significant numbers of individuals are at risk for developing obesity-related diseases. So that the negative health effects can be understood, prevented, and mitigated, investigation into the genetic and molecular mechanisms of obesity-related sequelae is urgently needed. This Workshop will focus on novel genetic and molecular mechanisms whereby obesity can lead to various disease states. The identification of such mechanisms could lead to the development of preventative or palliative therapies for obesity-related sequelae.
When:
Thursday, April 18, 2013 09:00 AM - Thursday, April 18, 2013 12:00 PM
Digg
Del.icio.us
Yahoo
Google
Newsvine
Download Event
