Gregory Steinberg

Roles and Affiliations

Dr. Gregory Steinberg is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at McMaster University and Co-Director of the McMaster Centre for Metabolism, Obesity, and Diabetes Research. He holds the Canada Research Chair in Metabolism and Obesity and the J. Bruce Duncan Chair in Metabolic Diseases. His work bridges basic science and translational research, focusing on molecular mechanisms of metabolic diseases and their clinical applications.

Research Interests

His primary research explores molecular pathways controlling fat and sugar metabolism, with a focus on endocrine regulators like serotonin and GDF15. Key areas include:

• Metabolic signaling in obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease
• Exercise and nutrition impacts on health
• Therapeutic strategies for metabolic disorders
• Role of AMPK in inflammation and energy homeostasis

Recent studies highlight connections between adipose tissue, anxiety, and cancer biology, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to metabolic health.

Key Awards and Recognition

Recipient of prestigious awards such as the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Gold Leaf Prize and the American Diabetes Association Outstanding Scientific Achievement Award, underscoring his impactful contributions to metabolic research.

Grants and Collaborations

His lab has secured funding for projects investigating metabolic pathways in cancer, gut microbiome interactions, and novel therapeutic targets like AMPK activation. Collaborations span academia and industry, advancing drug development for obesity and diabetes.

Labs and Teams

Leads the Steinberg Lab at McMaster, part of the Department of Medicine and the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. The lab integrates cellular biology, genetics, and clinical studies to address metabolic diseases at molecular and systemic levels.