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Science News for December 13, 2014


Fat cells reprogrammed to increase fat burning

A team of researchers from the University of Southern Denmark has successfully reprogrammed white adipose tissue cells to become 'brite' (brown-in-white) fat cells, increasing energy consumption and potentially treating obesity. The study identified KLF11 as a key gene required for this process, paving the way for future treatments.

SourceUniversity of Southern Denmark·JournalGenes & Development·DateDec 13, 2014