Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases

research lab Endocrine and metabolic diseases remain leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the UK. In particular, the current epidemic of obesity is leading to early death through diabetes, cardiovascular disease and an increased incidence of cancer. The Endocrine and Metabolism Strategic Theme involves basic, clinical and population-based research. Imperial College London is the established world-leader in endocrine and metabolism research. Recent achievements include the identification of circuits that control body weight homeostasis, which could provide novel targets for the treatment of obesity.