FAK signalling controls insulin sensitivity through regulation of adipocyte survival

The kinase FAK is important for integrin signalling and promotes cell survival. Here, the authors demonstrate FAK regulates adipocyte survival, and is particularly important for maintaining insulin sensitivity during adipose tissue expansion in the context of a calorie-rich diet.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Cynthia T. Luk, Sally Yu Shi, Erica P. Cai, Tharini Sivasubramaniyam, Mansa Krishnamurthy, Jara J. Brunt, Stephanie A. Schroer, Daniel A. Winer, Minna Woo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2017-02-01
Series:Nature Communications
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/ncomms14360