Mission Statement:
- Plans and conducts research investigations concerning the alterations in cell membrane structure and function caused by alcohol abuse;
- investigates the biological functions of polyunsaturated lipids with particular emphasis on docosahexaenoic acid;
- performs dietary studies in order to determine the normal route of essential fatty acid metabolism and the mechanisms by which alcohol modifies these pathways;
- trains investigators in the conceptual underpinnings and physical, analytical, and biochemical techniques involved in membrane and lipid alcohol research; and
- interacts with the Laboratory of Clinical Studies in the planning and execution of clinical protocols concerning studies of alcoholics.
LMBB Components:
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Updated: November 2006