| Literature DB >> 24532650 |
Qiong A Wang1, Philipp E Scherer, Rana K Gupta.
Abstract
Adipocyte differentiation and function have become areas of intense focus in the field of energy metabolism; however, understanding the role of specific genes in the establishment and maintenance of fat cell function can be challenging and complex. In this review, we offer practical guidelines for the study of adipocyte development and function. We discuss improved cellular and genetic systems for the study of adipose biology and highlight recent insights gained from these new approaches.Keywords: adipogenesis; energy metabolism; obesity
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Year: 2014 PMID: 24532650 PMCID: PMC3966696 DOI: 10.1194/jlr.R046441
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Lipid Res ISSN: 0022-2275 Impact factor: 5.922