Wellcome-MRC Institute of Metabolic ScienceSeveral areas of IMS-MRL research are often in the news so we are frequently asked by TV, radio and newspapers for comments or expert opinions. Engaging with local, national and international media is an important way to help keep citizens informed on the latest research. We are also lucky to have several researchers who especially enjoy working with news outlets and using other channels and social media.
Here are some examples:
In the papers
In 2019, a study led by the Farooqi group attracted international coverage. The ITV News story includes a short video interview with Professor Farooqi.
Click on the image to see several different viewpoints around this research.
HUFFPOST - The secret to staying slim? Having skinny genes
Daily Mail - Why some people can eat what they like and never gain weight
The Guardian - Thinness and obesity: it's in the genes
The Independent - Society insists that laziness makes us fat
New Indian Express - Your slim figure is because of your skinny genes
New York Post - Secret to staying slim is in your genes
On TV
Obesity geneticist Professor Giles Yeo is a public engagement champion and TV presenter. He applies to his knowledge to a range of questions around obesity, diet and nutrition.
Roll over the image to open each clip.
Can eating too much fruit be bad for you?
How can you lose weight?
Why does your body clock change with age?
Clean eating - the dirty truth
Why are we getting so fat?
Can stress make you fat?
Other channels
Find more films and podcasts featuring researchers from the IMS-MRL on our watch or listen page.
