Irazoqui Guimon, Andrea (Date of defense: 2021-12-03)
Some forms of mitochondrial dysfunction induce sterile inflammation through mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) recognition by intracellular DNA sensors. However, our understanding of the processes operating this ...
Díaz Sáez, Francisco (Date of defense: 2021-02-12)
Neuregulin-4 has emerged as a novel adipokine in recent years. Several authors have previously explored the endocrine role of this adipocyte-secreted growth factor in the liver metabolism. In those ...
Rossell Rusiñol, Joana (Date of defense: 2021-02-26)
An unbalanced, unhealthy diet is one of the main causes leading to obesity and the apparition of comorbidities. Bariatric surgery is currently the most effective and durable treatment against obesity. ...
Delgado Anglés, Alejandro (Date of defense: 2021-10-25)
Brown and beige adipose tissues are mediators of adaptive energy expenditure in mammals, in contrast with the energy storage role of white fat. Mitochondrial activity, including uncoupled respiration, ...