摘要:
Disclosed are methods of inducing differentiation of stem into myogenic cells without gene manipulation and for inducing proliferation of satellite cells. The cells can be used as a source of cells for transplantation in a subject in need thereof. Also disclosed is a screening assay for screening test compounds using blastomere cultures.
摘要:
Provided herein are methods for increasing insulin sensitivity in a subject. A method may comprise administering to a subject in need of increased insulin sensitivity a therapeutically effective amount of a glypican-4 agent. Also provided herein are methods for determining whether a subject is or is likely to become insulin resistant. A method may comprise determining the level of glypican-4 in a subject, wherein an elevated level of glypican-4 indicates that a subject is or is likely to become insulin resistant.
摘要:
Compositions and methods for treating neural dysfunction. A exemplary method comprises administering to a subject having a neuropathy, e.g., a cognitive dysfunction or Alzheimer's, a therapeutically effective amount of an insulin or insulin analog, wherein the insulin or insulin analog crosses the BBB and/or a compound that increases SREBP-2 expression or activity in the CNS of the subject.
摘要:
Described are methods of improving insulin sensitivity, and treating fatty liver disease (including non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)), by administering specific inhibitors of PKC delta.