CORDIS Project
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This project investigates the brain mechanisms behind instinctive drives such as appetite and sleep. By understanding how these drives operate, the research aims to develop effective therapies to combat obesity and sleep-related disorders, which have significant health impacts.
A major goal of 21st century science is to protect human health from the growing mismatch between ancient behavioural instincts and modern socio-economic reality.
This is especially vital for basic instinctive drives such as appetite, which lead to overeating when food is readily available.
The resulting obesity is responsible for 100,000s of premature deaths per year in Europe and North America, and this number is rapidly rising.
Sleep is another powerful instinct which substantially contribute…
MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL
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THE CHANCELLOR MASTERS AND SCHOLARS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE
United Kingdom, Cambridge
Type: University / higher education
Activity type: Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
SME: No
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