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A cell atlas to guide research into appetite control
1Institute of Veterinary Physiology, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.
Elife
|September 3, 2025
Summary
A new cell atlas of the dorsal vagal complex in rodents offers insights into appetite regulation. This resource aids neuroscientists and drug developers targeting obesity and related metabolic disorders.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Cell Biology
- Metabolic Research
Background:
- The dorsal vagal complex (DVC) is crucial for regulating physiological processes, including appetite and energy homeostasis.
- Understanding the cellular composition of the DVC is essential for deciphering its complex functions.
- Rodent models are frequently used to study neural circuits involved in feeding behavior and metabolic control.
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