University of California San Francisco
Science for Stronger Metabolic Health
Generating evidence that supports better nutrition strategies for individuals and populations.
Understanding Nutrition, Improving Metabolic Health
We are dedicated to advancing the science of nutrition and metabolism through research that addresses real-world health challenges. By generating and translating evidence, we seek to inform nutrition strategies that promote better health across individuals and populations.
“Being part of this lab has given me the opportunity to explore meaningful research questions while learning how science can translate into better nutrition strategies and health outcomes.”
Publications
Samstein, R.M., Lee, CH., Shoushtari, A.N. et al. Macronutrient Composition and Its Impact on Hepatic Lipid Metabolism in Humans. Nat Genet 51, 202–206 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41588-018-0312-8
Aracena, K.A., Lin, YL., Luo, K. et al. Epigenetic Signatures of Early-Life Nutrition and Long-Term Metabolic Risk. Nat Genet 56, 408–419 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41588-024-01668-z
Ma, PF., Liu, YL., Guo, C. et al. Dietary Fiber Fermentation Profiles and Their Association With Energy Harvest Efficiency. Nat Genet (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41588-024-01683-0
