Scientists identify neural basis for energy expenditure in arcuate hypothalamus

In a new discovery, researchers from the Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences ...
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Newly Discovered Brain Neurons Hold Key to Energy Balance and Obesity

Researchers uncovered a new subtype of hypothalamic neurons, called Crabp1 neurons, that serve as powerful regulators of ...

Not all diabetes is about sugar – understanding diabetes insipidus

Diabetes insipidus is very different from diabetes mellitus. It has nothing to do with blood sugar. Instead, the problem is with a hormone called arginine vasopressin (AVP), also known as ...
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The sleep switch that builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts brainpower

UC Berkeley researchers mapped the brain circuits that control growth hormone during sleep, uncovering a feedback system ...
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Setmelanotide Under Review for Acquired Hypothalamic Obesity

A Prescription Drug User Fee Act target date of December 20, 2025 has been assigned to the application. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted the supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) ...
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Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Presents Promising Phase 3 Data on Setmelanotide for Acquired Hypothalamic Obesity at ENDO 2025, Demonstrating Significant BMI Reductions

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals announced significant data regarding their treatments for acquired hypothalamic obesity during the Endocrine Society’s Annual Meeting. Presentations highlighted the promising ...