Michael Cowley

Michael Cowley is a Professor at the Yale School of Medicine, affiliated with Yale University. He holds a PhD from Monash University (1999). His research focuses on metabolic and cardiovascular physiology, particularly the role of the central melanocortin system in regulating hunger, drug effects, and body weight. Notable work includes studies on leptin's complex role in body weight regulation and the mechanisms behind appetite stimulation by substances like amphetamine and marijuana. His research has been published in high-impact journals such as Cell Reports Medicine.

His investigations bridge neuroscience and endocrinology, exploring how neural circuits modulate metabolic processes. Past contributions include clarifying leptin's multifaceted impact on the brain's regulatory systems and dissecting the neurobiological underpinnings of the 'munchies' effect of cannabis. Cowley collaborates with experts in physiology, pharmacology, and computational biology to advance translational research in metabolic health.