Search for dissertations about: "Annika Mehlem"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Annika Mehlem.

2. 1. Vascular endothelial growth factor B-role in metabolism, lipotoxicity and disease

   Author : Annika Mehlem; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor B (VEGF-B) was previously shown to control lipid uptake from the bloodstream via the endothelium into tissue cells, and when ablating Vegfb, intra-tissue lipid accumulation was reduced. However, very little is known regarding the metabolic role of VEGF-B in physiologic, or pathophysiologic conditions. READ MORE