Award
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases 5K23DK138261-03
Contribution of Nutrient Delivery Rate to Gut-Brain Axis Signaling in Obesity and Bariatric Surgery
Recipient
LSU PENNINGTON BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH CTR
Award Amount
$178,740.00
Ceiling
$178,740.00
Awarded
April 27, 2026
Identifier
5K23DK138261-03
NIH grant awarded to study nutrient delivery rate's impact on gut-brain signaling in obesity and bariatric surgery using imaging and biochemical methods.
Description
This NIH-funded project aims to elucidate the role of nutrient delivery rates in gut-brain signaling related to obesity and bariatric surgery, utilizing innovative imaging and biochemical methods to inform future therapeutic strategies. The project focuses on mechanisms driving weight loss after bariatric surgery, specifically investigating nutrient delivery and gut-brain axis responses. It involves advanced imaging techniques (fMRI) and biochemical analysis, aiming to identify brain regions responsive to nutrients and compare absorption rates between surgical procedures.