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René Jacobs is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science at the University of Alberta, within the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences. He holds a PhD in Biochemistry from Memorial University of Newfoundland and has been affiliated with the University of Alberta since 2009. His research focuses on understanding the complex interactions underlying obesity, type 2 diabetes, and chronic diseases, employing techniques like in vivo methods, biochemical analysis, and nutrigenomics.
Education:
- PhD in Biochemistry, Memorial University of Newfoundland
Research Interests:
Dr. Jacobs' work integrates lipid metabolism, molecular biology, and nutritional science. Key areas include phosphatidylcholine biosynthesis, one-carbon metabolism, and the role of dietary interventions in modulating metabolic disorders. His studies explore how lipid homeostasis and metabolic pathways contribute to conditions like insulin resistance and hepatic steatosis.
Teaching:
He teaches courses such as AFNS 570 (Experimental Procedures in Nutrition and Metabolism) and NUTR 301/302 (Fundamentals of Nutritional Biochemistry), emphasizing practical methodologies and core concepts in nutrition and metabolism.
Labs/Teams:
His research group investigates lipid metabolism pathways, particularly phospholipid dynamics and their implications in metabolic diseases. Collaborations include studies on dietary phosphatidylcholine effects, gut microbiota interactions, and immune modulation.
