PROTEIN METABOLISM

This study checks if a non-invasive breath test can measure how well protein builds muscle as accurately as the current gold-standard method, which requires muscle biopsies. Eight healthy adults aged 18-35 will consume a special tracer and provide breath, urine, and blood samples…

This study looks at how healthy young adults process protein from whole foods like beef patties. Twenty people aged 18-35 will eat different amounts of protein in a dinner and researchers will measure how much of it their bodies use or burn. The goal is to understand the body's r…

This study looks at how natural menstrual cycles and birth control pills change the way women build muscle after weightlifting. Researchers will measure muscle protein synthesis in 20 active women aged 18-40. The goal is to provide better training and nutrition advice for women.

This study looks at how plant-based and whey (dairy) protein affect muscle building in older adults, especially those with muscle loss (sarcopenia). Researchers will measure how the body processes these proteins using special tracer techniques. The goal is to find the best protei…

This study looks at how the bodies of adults with obesity handle protein and sugar. Eight participants will drink special labeled drinks and give blood, breath, urine, and muscle samples. The goal is to better understand metabolic health in obesity, not to test a treatment.

This study looks at how different food combinations affect muscle protein synthesis after resistance exercise in 15 healthy, recreationally active adults aged 19-40. Participants will eat either a potato and beef combo, white bread and beef, or beef alone after exercise. Research…

This study looks at how well beef and plant protein help older adults (ages 65-95) build muscle, especially those who are frail or at risk. Researchers will use a new technique to measure how the body uses protein from each source. The goal is to understand which protein type is …

This study looks at how the body processes protein in older adults aged 60 to 80. Researchers use special tracers to measure protein building and breakdown after eating. The goal is to understand age-related changes that may affect strength and health. About 50 healthy older adul…