Latest News
We would like to keep our patients, families and professionals up to date with the latest developments in our research.
We may sometimes highlight particular “news reports” that may appear in the media, as there may be general points that are worth emphasising or challenging.
December 2012
New Links Found Between SH2B1 and Obesity
We have recently discovered that defects in the SH2B1 gene can cause weight gain from a young age. SH2B1 is an adaptor molecule through which hormones such as leptin and insulin send signals from the bloodstream into target tissues such as neurons in the brain.
October 2012
New Job Opportunities Available
We're looking for new people to join the GOOS team. Find out more about our latest vacancies and how you can apply.
July 2012
GOOS Summer newsletter out now!
We are in the process of sending out our first newsletter. Find out what we are doing and how you can get involved.
May 2012
Professor Farooqi receives prestigious award
Professor Farooqi, who leads the GOOS study, has
been awarded the prestigious European Journal of Endocrinology Prize 2012.
FEBRUARY 2012
GOOS website
The GOOS website goes live providing a forum for exchange of information and ideas and encouraging research into obesity
OCTOBER 2011
Dr Sadaf Farooqi
Dr Sadaf Farooqi who leads the GOOS study, has been promoted to Professor of Metabolism and Medicine at the University of Cambridge
