Christopher Bang Newgard

Over its 16 year history, our laboratory has investigated mechanisms of metabolic regulation and fuel homeostasis in mammalian systems. Major projects include: 1) Mechanisms involved in regulation of insulin secretion from pancreatic islet β-cells by glucose and other metabolic fuels; 2) Development of methods for protection of β-cells against immune-mediated damage; 3) Studies on spatial organization and regulation of systems controlling hepatic glucose balance; 4) Studies on the mechanisms involved in lipid-induced impairment of insulin secretion and action in diabetes.

Current Appointments & Affiliations

W. David and Sarah W. Stedman Distinguished Professor of Nutrition in the School of Medicine · 2002 - Present Pharmacology & Cancer Biology, Basic Science Departments

Professor of Pharmacology and Cancer Biology · 2002 - Present Pharmacology & Cancer Biology, Basic Science Departments

Director, Sarah W. Stedman Nutrition and Metabolism Center · 2002 - Present Sarah Stedman Nutrition & Metabolism Center, Duke Molecular Physiology Institute

Professor in Medicine · 2020 - Present Medicine, Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Nutrition, Medicine

Member of the Duke Cancer Institute · 2002 - Present Duke Cancer Institute, Institutes and Centers

Affiliate, Duke Global Health Institute · 2009 - Present Duke Global Health Institute, University Institutes and Centers

Education, Training & Certifications

University of Texas at Dallas · 1984 Ph.D.