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Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism
We seek to understand the impact of nutrition and exercise on human physiology and metabolism.
Research Community
The Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism is a leader in research examining the impact of nutrition and exercise on human physiology and metabolism.
CNEM research outputs
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CNEM research facilities
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At the Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism we offer a wide range of postgraduate study courses. Whichever course you choose, you will be working in a stimulating and research-driven environment.
PhD in the Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism as an International Student
Dr Yung-Chih (Stanley) Chen describes his experiences carrying out a PhD at the Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism.
CNEM postgraduate courses
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Research Projects
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How diet manipulation impacts energy balance and physical activity levels
This study will examine how diets varying in carbohydrate, fat, and sugar effect energy balance and physical activity levels.
High-intensity interval training for cardiometabolic health benefits in chronic paraplegia
This study will determine if upper-body high-intensity interval training is effective at improving cardiometabolic health outcomes in people with paraplegia.
Mobilising vitamin D sequestered in adipose tissue in humans with exercise (VitaDEx)
Vitamin D can become ‘trapped’ in our adipose (fat) tissue and this study will examine whether exercise can help to release it.
How altering breakfast consumption impacts energy balance and metabolism
This study will investigate the effects of altering the protein content of breakfast on energy balance and metabolism.
News
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Ketone drinks: why we’re testing the effects of this supplement on older adults
Anna Nicholas from the Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism writes for The Conversation.
60-day bed rest study shows dangers of long-term inactivity for blood sugar levels
A study which involved 20 men lying in bed for two months straight highlights the negative impact long-term inactivity places on the body’s metabolic health.
Watch Professor Javier Gonzalez on 'How to improve blood sugar control with exercise'
Javier Gonzalez joins the Zoe Science & Nutrition podcast to discuss his research into exercise, nutrition, metabolism and blood sugar levels.
All-you-can-eat pizza study shows body copes surprisingly well with one-off calorie indulgence
Young men can eat twice as much food as they need to feel ‘full’, research shows.
James Bilzon to lead sport and osteoarthritis research at national centre
Professor James Bilzon has taken over as Director of the National Centre for Sport Exercise and Osteoarthritis Research.
About us
At the Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism, we seek to understand the impact of nutrition and exercise on human physiology and metabolism. The application of this research ranges from prevention of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes through to the enhancement of training and performance for athletes.
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