Dr Scott Kanoski

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Associate Professor of Biological Science, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences

Dr. Kanoski’s research focuses on the neurobiological control of food intake and body weight regulation. More specifically his laboratory focuses on understanding how the brain processes peripherally- and centrally-derived hormonal signals to control learned and motivated aspects of feeding behavior, as well as to examine how these neuroendocrine signaling systems contribute to and are compromised by obesity and related metabolic disorders. At the center of this research is the hippocampus; a brain region traditionally linked with memory function, but more recently shown to control higher-order aspects of feeding behavior. The lab also focuses on exploring the relationship between consuming saturated fatty acids and refined carbohydrates (i.e., Western diets) and the development of hippocampal dysfunction, cognitive impairment, and Alzheimer’s pathology.

WHO’s recommendation against the use of artificial sweeteners for weight loss leaves many questions unanswered

Do low-calorie sweeteners help with weight management? And are they safe for long-term use?

WHO’s recommendation against the use of artificial sweeteners for weight loss leaves many questions unanswered

Do low-calorie sweeteners help with weight management? And are they safe for long-term use?

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Dr Scott Kanoski

Associate Professor of Biological Science, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences

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Associate Professor of Biological Science, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences

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