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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
Max Rady College of Medicine
Physiology and Pathophysiology
Room 415 – Basic Medical Sciences Building
745 Bannatyne Avenue
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0J9
Phone: 204-789-3765
Fax: 204-789-3934
tooru.mizuno@umanitoba.ca
Dr. Tooru Mizuno's laboratory focuses on understanding how the central nervous system (CNS), particularly the hypothalamus, regulates metabolism and neuroendocrine function. Their research investigates how hypothalamic neurons and glial cells respond to changes in nutrient and hormonal signals, as well as environmental factors, to regulate metabolism. Utilizing various techniques such as animal models, pharmacological treatments, and molecular analysis, they aim to uncover the mechanisms underlying metabolic regulation.
Dr. Tooru Mizuno, a Professor at the Max Rady College of Medicine, Physiology and Pathophysiology, University of Manitoba, investigates how the central nervous system (CNS), particularly the hypothalamus, regulates metabolism and neuroendocrine function. His research explores how hypothalamic neurons and glial cells respond to changes in nutrient and hormonal signals to control metabolism, employing techniques such as animal models and molecular analysis. Dr. Mizuno earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Physiology from Yokohama City University School of Medicine. Prior to joining the University of Manitoba, he held research positions at institutions including Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School's Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. His work contributes significantly to understanding metabolic diseases, with a focus on obesity.
Doctor of Philosophy in Physiology, Yokohama City University School of Medicine (1994)
Master of Agriculture, University of Miyazaki (1990)
Bachelor of Agriculture, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine (1988)
Exchange student in Ruminant Nutrition, Kon-kuk University (1986-1987)
Best Graduate Paper Award, Yokohama City University School of Medicine (1994)
New Investigator Travel Awards, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (2005)
Physiology and Pathophysiology
432 Basic Medical Sciences Building
745 Bannatyne Avenue
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0J9 Canada
