Dr Francisco Acosta Manzano
Role: Adjunct Professor / Postdoctoral Researcher
Institute: Turku PET Centre, University of Turku and Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
Research & Interests: Dr Acosta Manzano is a postdoctoral researcher and adjunct professor at the University of Turku, Finland, with expertise in adipose biology, brown adipose tissue (BAT), obesity, exercise physiology, and immunology. His research focuses on unravelling the regulatory mechanisms of human BAT, identifying factors that influence its metabolic activity, and exploring innovative strategies to leverage its therapeutic potential, particularly in combating obesity and related cardiometabolic diseases, like type 2 diabetes.
As Principal Investigator, Dr Acosta Manzano leads cutting-edge studies on the interaction between the immune system and human BAT, aiming to uncover novel therapeutic targets to regulate BAT metabolism. He is also pioneering the development of advanced in vitro models that better reflect human biology, enabling more precise drug screening and metabolic research focused on BAT.
In addition to his primary research, Dr Acosta Manzano actively collaborates on several national and international projects involving individuals with obesity and related cardiometabolic diseases. These initiatives seek to uncover how different interventions can reshape human BAT for improved health outcomes.