Award
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases 11326202
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
11326202
Research grant awarded to study gut-brain axis signaling in obesity and bariatric surgery, focusing on nutrient delivery rate and its effects on weight loss mechanisms.
Description
This is a research grant opportunity from NIH (PA-20-205) focusing on gut-brain axis signaling related to obesity and bariatric surgery. The project involves clinical research with human subjects, including imaging and biochemical analysis, aiming to understand mechanisms underlying weight loss post-bariatric surgery and nutrient absorption.