Catherine Chan
physiology
University of Alberta
Canada
Biography
Joint Appointment with Agricultural, Food & Nutritional Science 6-126B Health Sciences Innovation Facility East University of Alberta Edmonton, AB Canada T6G 2R3.
Research Interest
We are interested in fundamental and translational aspects of insulin secretion and action in metabolic diseases, including obesity and type 2 diabetes, in particular, how nutritional status affects these parameters. In addition, we have a major research interest in improving quality of life for people with type 2 diabetes through development, implementation and evaluation of lifestyle programs focused on nutrition and physical activity (the PANDA project).
Publications
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Yang K, Hashemi Z, Han W, Jin A, Yang H, Ozga J, Li L, Chan CB. Hydrolysis enhances bioavailability of proanthocyanidin-derived metabolites and improves β-cell function in glucose intolerant rats. J Nutr Biochem. 26:850-859, 2015. 10.1016/j.jnutbio.2015.03.002 article/S0955286315000753
