Metabolism Diet and Disease 2014

We are pleased to announce the program for the 2nd biennial Metabolism Diet and Disease conference, taking place at Georgetown University, Washington DC, USA from 28 – 30 May. The program includes: Keynote Speakers: Epidemiology linking obesity to cancer  Elio Riboli Imperial College London, UK An interview with Dr Riboli on the influence of diet on cancer, and how our understanding has changed in the last few years is published in BMC Biology. Ideas pointing towards the discovery of a safe therapeutic preventative of cancer metastasis  Steven McKnight University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, USA Lewis Cantley will be giving a talk on PI3 kinase and disease. For a preview of how cancer and metabolism converged in his research, and why we should be very afraid of fructose and artificial sweeteners read this interview published in BMC Biology. This year's panel topic - 'Is cancer preventable? The influence of diet on cancer' willtackle the much-disputed issue of whether cancer is preventable by regulating lifestyle, in particular by controlling diet and weight gain. Session topics include: Oncogenic drivers and vulnerabilities of altered cancer cell metabolism Metabolic links to cancer The metformin paradox – biguanides and energy metabolism Towards metabolism-based cancer therapies Is cancer preventable? The influence of diet on cancer In addition as you have previously published in an associated journal you are entitled to a 15% discount on the early-bird registration fee.  REGISTER TODAY USING CODE MDD2014Author The early bird discount ends on March 5th, book now to ensure discounted rates!   Sponsorship opportunities including exhibition stands, delegate bag inserts and program adverts are still available. Download the sponsorship brochure here for more information or alternatively contact us.    Metabolism, Diet and Disease 2014: Cancer and metabolism Georgetown University, Washington DC, USA  28–30 May 2014 www.metabolism-diet-and-disease.com In association with:       Full list of associated journals