The pigmentation-regulating receptor melanocortin 1 can improve liver health and metabolic balance (Dissertation defence: MSc Keshav Thapa, 13.12.2024, pharmacology)
10.12.2024
MSc Keshav Thapa’s doctoral dissertation revealed that the melanocortin 1 receptor, which is best known for its role in regulating skin and hair pigmentation, also has a critical role in in the liver’s ability to handle lipids such as cholesterol.