Objetivo Stem cells are essential to the homeostasis, repair, and function of the tissues in which they reside. Stem cells can be regulated by systemic endocrine signals, meaning environmental factors that impact physiological state, such as diet, infection, and societal stress, can greatly impact stem cell function. Neural stem cells (NSCs) in the hippocampus divide to generate new neurons in the adult, and are known to be regulated by environmental factors.Diet-induced obesity is a modern epidemic, leading to hyperinsulinemia and diabetes. Obesity has been linked to poor performance in cognitive tests involving memory, and depression. Adult hippocampal neurogenesis is required for the proper formation of memories and learning, and has also been linked to depression. It has been suggested that a high-fat diet, and resulting obesity, impairs hippocampal neurogenesis. However, it remains unclear exactly how obesity affects adult NSCs.We will use inducible Cre recombinase genetic technologies, and advanced microscopy and image analysis, to elucidate the effects of obesity on hippocampal neurogenesis in a mouse model, with single NSC resolution. As obesity is known to alter insulin/insulin like growth factor(IGF) signalling in a variety of ways, we will elucidate the function of this pathway at the single NSC level with unsurpassable resolution in space and time, and investigate the interplay between obesity, insulin/IGF, and NSC dynamics.This project keeps a researcher with a history of research excellence in Europe, and facilitates their mobility to a distinct World-class research environment. The project utilises state-of-the-art techniques to generate new insights into the regulation of stem cells, with great potential health and economic benefits, thus helping to secure the excellence and competitiveness of Europe. Further, this project allows the researcher to gain the skills necessary to become an independent research leader. Ámbito científico medical and health sciencesclinical medicineendocrinologydiabetesnatural sciencesphysical sciencesopticsmicroscopymedical and health sciencesmedical biotechnologycells technologiesstem cellsmedical and health sciencesbasic medicinephysiologyhomeostasismedical and health scienceshealth sciencesnutritionobesity Programa(s) FP7-PEOPLE - Specific programme "People" implementing the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (2007 to 2013) Tema(s) FP7-PEOPLE-2011-IEF - Marie-Curie Action: "Intra-European fellowships for career development" Convocatoria de propuestas FP7-PEOPLE-2011-IEF Consulte otros proyectos de esta convocatoria Régimen de financiación MC-IEF - Intra-European Fellowships (IEF) Coordinador KAROLINSKA INSTITUTET Aportación de la UE € 181 418,40 Dirección Nobels Vag 5 17177 Stockholm Suecia Ver en el mapa Región Östra Sverige Stockholm Stockholms län Tipo de actividad Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Contacto administrativo Riitta Ljungström (Mrs.) Enlaces Contactar con la organización Opens in new window Sitio web Opens in new window Coste total Sin datos