Eric Ravussin

Dr. Ravussin is recognized internationally as a clinical investigator in the field of obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus. His research now focuses on the genetic and molecular basis of obesity and its co-morbidities. His studies are aimed at understanding the molecular mechanisms that determine the inter-individual variability in energy expenditure, fat oxidation and in the activity of the sympathetic nervous system. He also concentrates on the relationship between physiology and gene expression in response to diet and physical training.