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Development of Rodent Models for Diabetic Neuropathy

Diabetic neuropathy, a common complication of diabetes, affects approximately 50% of diabetic patients and can lead to a range of symptoms, including chronic pain, numbness, and loss of sensation in the extremities, particularly the feet. Animal models are crucial for understanding the mechanisms of diabetic neuropathy and developing novel treatments. However, reproducing the complexity of …Read More >

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Resource Topic: in vivo Pharmacology, Metabolic Diseases

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STZ-Induced Diabetic Retinopathy Models

Diabetic retinopathy is a major contributor to vision loss and blindness in working-age adults with diabetes. Developing animal models that accurately represent human diabetic retinopathy is challenging because this disease is complex and involves multiple factors, including genetic predisposition, duration of diabetes, and glycemic control. It is crucial to replicate the human pathophysiology in these …Read More >

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Resource Topic: in vivo Pharmacology, Metabolic Diseases

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Effects of Incretin-Based Therapies on Metabolic and Muscular Homeostasis

Advances in understanding how the body regulates metabolism, particularly the role of incretin hormones, have directly led to the development of effective therapies for improving glycemic control and managing weight, particularly for individuals with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity. These medications, such as GLP-1 receptor agonists and dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists, mimic or enhance the …Read More >

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Targeting MC4R with Setmelanotide Improves Metabolic Parameters in DIO Mice

The global obesity epidemic is a significant public health concern, increasing the risk of various chronic diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and certain cancers, ultimately reducing overall quality of life. Approximately 1-5% of severely obese patients have been found to carry heterozygous mutations in the melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) gene. Targeting MC4R, which regulates appetite and …Read More >

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Resource Topic: in vivo Pharmacology, Metabolic Diseases

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Targeting the CB1 Receptor for Enhanced Obesity Management

Obesity is a significant risk factor for developing conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and several types of cancer.  The cannabinoid-1 (CB1) receptor plays a significant role in regulating energy homeostasis, including appetite, food intake, and metabolism, and this receptor is emerging as a promising target for the treatment of obesity.  Although rimonabant, …Read More >

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Innovative R&D Strategies for Peptide Drugs in Obesity Treatment

Introduction: Obesity has emerged as a pressing global public health issue, with its prevalence escalating at an unprecedented rate across the world. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a commonly used indicator to assess the degree of obesity. According to the World Obesity Atlas 2025, by 2030, over 2.9 billion adults globally will have a high …Read More >

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Resource Topic: in vivo Pharmacology, Metabolic Diseases, Peptides

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Severe Hyperglycemia and Hyperlipidemia Alter Tumor Growth and Immune Profiles in Syngeneic Tumor Models

Studies have demonstrated that obesity can promote cancer progression through mechanisms that include chronic low-grade inflammation.  Previous research with diet-induced obese animal models revealed that T cells in colorectal cancer are reduced in obesity. However, it is unclear how the tumor microenvironment changes under severe hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia in different cancers. At AACR 2025, HD …Read More >

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Resource Topic: Metabolic Diseases, Tumor Models

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Alterations in Energy Metabolism and Lipogenesis in GIPR/GLP-1R Agonist-Treated MASH Mice

Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) is a severe form of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD). MASH is a growing public health concern due to its increasing prevalence, driven by factors like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. MASH can progress to advanced liver scarring (fibrosis) and cirrhosis, increasing the risk of liver cancer and …Read More >

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Resource Topic: in vivo Pharmacology, Liver Diseases, Metabolic Diseases

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Developing Animal Gout Models

Gout is a common type of inflammatory arthritis caused by elevated uric acid levels in the blood. When uric acid levels are too high, monosodium urate (MSU) crystals can form in the body, especially in and around joints. These MSU crystals are sharp and can cause inflammation when they are deposited in the joints, leading …Read More >

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Resource Topic: Autoimmune and Inflammatory Diseases, in vivo Pharmacology, Metabolic Diseases

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