Searchable abstracts of presentations at key conferences on calcified tissues

ba0004p166 | (1) | ICCBH2015

The role of AMPK pathway in mediating the effects of metformin on mesenchymal stem cell differentiation

Chen Suet Ching , Brooks Rebecca , Ahmed Syed Faisal , Yarwood Stephen J

Introduction: Insulin sensitising agents are reported to have a diverse range of effects on bone with metformin exerting positive effects and thiazolidinenediones (TZDs) exerting negative effects. 5’AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) plays a critical role in cellular energy homeostasis. It is widely expressed in the body and can be activated by metformin.Objective:: We investigated the role of AMPK pathway in mediating the effects of metformin on t...