Discovery explains how receptor regulates fat accumulation in obesity

Tuesday, August 26, 2014 - 15:31 in Health & Medicine

The sensitivity of fat cells to signals that increase the breakdown of fat is linked to the receptor ALK7, according to a study. The discovery suggests that ALK7 might be an interesting target for future strategies to treat obesity.

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