Posts by: Patricia Inacio PhD

Patricia Inacio PhD

Patricia holds her Ph.D. in Cell Biology from University Nova de Lisboa, and has served as an author on several research projects and fellowships, as well as major grant applications for European Agencies. She also served as a PhD student research assistant in the Laboratory of Doctor David A. Fidock, Department of Microbiology & Immunology, Columbia University, New York.

July 21, 2015August 27, 2015

Gene Linked to Liver Cancer Also Involved Obesity

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In a recent study entitled “Astrocyte Elevated Gene-1 (AEG-1) Regulates Lipid Homeostasis,” researchers discovered that a particular gene – Aeg-1 – previously linked to liver cancer is also a player ... Read more

July 17, 2015October 27, 2015

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding Surgery Shown As Effective Treatment for Morbid Obesity

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In a recent study entitled “Laparoscopic adjustable gastric band: 4-year experience and learning curve,” researchers highlighted the benefits to morbid obese patients who underwent laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery. They report that ... Read more

April 30, 2015April 30, 2015

Nickel Allergy Found To Lead To Obesity Prevalence

Diet, News

In a recent study entitled “High Prevalence of Nickel Allergy in an Overweight Female Population: A Pilot Observational Analysis” authors identified overweight female patients exhibit increased prevalence of nickel allergy, arising due ... Read more

January 13, 2015January 15, 2015

Dietary Fiber Reduces Hunger Sensation in Obese Individuals, Study Shows

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A recent study entitled “Postprandial effects of polydextrose on satiety hormone responses and subjective feelings of appetite in obese participants” reports on the improved satiety control between meals in an obese ... Read more

December 16, 2014December 16, 2014

New Insights into Role of Adiponectin, Pro-inflammatory Gene Expression in Women with Metabolic Syndrome

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A new study entitled “Role of adiponectin and proinflammatory gene expression in adipose tissue chronic inflammation in women with metabolic syndrome” reports that a specific region of the visceral adipose ... Read more