Explaining the Differences in Affinity and of Carbohydrate Binding of the Glycogen-Sensing Enzyme, AMPK
Grant number: DP110103161 | Funding period: 2011 - 2014
Completed
Abstract
This project will provide fundamental molecular knowledge of how a complex enzyme, AMPK is controlled by the major sugar molecule, glycogen. Our research will increase our understanding of its role in metabolic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and obesity.