Publications by authors named "Nhien V Tran"
Article Synopsis
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a common liver condition linked to obesity and type 2 diabetes, characterized by liver inflammation that contributes to disease progression.
- The study identifies a pathway regulated by uncoupling protein 1 (UCP1) in brown and beige fat that helps combat liver inflammation, operating independently of any impact on obesity itself.
- Findings suggest that enhancing UCP1 activity could help reduce liver inflammation and improve overall liver health, providing a potential therapeutic approach for managing NAFLD.
