I am interested in the natural history and therapy of chronic liver diseases, in particular hepatitis B, C and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). My research efforts involve the roles of insulin resistance and obesity in the pathogenesis of NASH. I am also interested in various aspects of clinical and translational research in chronic viral hepatitis and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
Current Research Funding
1) RO3 DK067263-01A1 Promrat (PI)
NIH/NIDDK Weight management in Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Role: Principal Investigator
2) RO1 DA016797 Ramsey (PI)
NIH/NIDA Preventing Depression in MMT Patients on Interferon
Role: Co-Investigator