Scientists dive into brown fat to unlock metabolism secrets

NCT ID NCT04352244

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at brown fat, a type of body fat that burns energy to produce heat, and compares it to white fat, which stores energy. Researchers will collect fat samples from 40 healthy adults during planned surgeries and analyze them to understand how brown fat works. The goal is to learn more about metabolism and find new ways to help with weight management.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this research could point toward new ways to boost metabolism or treat obesity by understanding how brown fat works.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to any practical therapies, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hibernoma Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ADIPOSE TISSUE ADIPOSE TISSUE, BROWN OBESITY

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Locations

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
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Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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