The centre is focused on translating world-leading basic science into clinical practice to improve the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of metabolic diseases in children and adults.
McMaster dedicated a year to Big Ideas, Better Cities, an ambitious series of public events connecting McMaster’s researchers to communities in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and the world.
“It affects a vulnerable population of children and youth, can impact social interactions amongst youth and, as our research shows, can drive health issues,” says associate professor Dr. Katherine Morrison.