David M. Mutch, University of Guelph

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Professor Guelph, Ontario dmutch@uoguelph.ca Office: (519) 824-4120 ext. 53322
(519) 824-4120 ext. 58015

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Dr. Mutch leads a nutrigenomics research program that investigates how fatty acid-gene interactions contribute to the development of obesity and obesity-related complications. Using animal models, cell culture and human trials, his research program has uncovered that fatty acid desaturase (FADS) ...

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Bio/Research

Dr. Mutch leads a nutrigenomics research program that investigates how fatty acid-gene interactions contribute to the development of obesity and obesity-related complications. Using animal models, cell culture and human trials, his research program has uncovered that fatty acid desaturase (FADS) genes are not only important for the synthesis of omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids but also influence overall cardiometabolic health. This has prompted his team to investigate if knowledge of FADS genes can be used to personalize omega-3 dietary habits to improve an individual’s health and well-being. Mutch's ultimate goal is to use this knowledge to improve omega-3 dietary intake in the Canadian population.

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