University of California-Los Angeles · PhysiologyCorrea Feeding Lab
Stephanie Correa · Los Angeles, California
Research Focus
Dr. Stephanie Correa's lab at UCLA focuses on how brain circuits influence eating behaviors, especially regarding sex differences. Her research investigates how specific neurons in the hypothalamus interact with hormones like estradiol to regulate appetite. By studying these neural pathways, the lab aims to unravel the complex mechanisms linking hormonal regulation and feeding, which is crucial for addressing issues like obesity and eating disorders, particularly in women.
estradiolfeeding behaviorhormonal regulationhypothalamic neuronssex differences
Research Aims
3AIM 01Investigate how reproductive states affect the function of SST neurons in females.
AIM 02Determine how metabolic states influence SST neuron activity during the estrous cycle.
AIM 03Examine the response of SST neurons to reproductive and metabolic signals using advanced techniques.
Skills the Lab Values
cell-specific manipulationsflow cytometryRNA sequencinganimal modelsneuroscience techniques
Output against the department
Publications45bottom 5% of dept.270th of 286
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Citations1.4kbottom 6% of dept.270th of 286
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