Description
NutriNeuro “Nutrition and Integrative Neurobiology” is a unit of 80 researchers, clinicians and students in Neuroscience and Nutrition headed by Lucile Capuron. Since its creation in 2011, the number of scientists in this unit has grown steadily thanks to its dynamism and attractiveness.
The research carried out, which is resolutely multidisciplinary and translational, responds to major societal challenges: understanding how nutrition influences brain function and protects against mood disorders and cognition. How do nutrients (sugar, fatty acids, vitamins, polyphenols) act in the brain? How does diet play a part in the pathophysiology of depression and protect against cognitive decline? What are the links between obesity, stress and cognition in adolescents?
In 2014, NutriNeuro developed a transfer unit (NutriBrain) to set up partnerships with industry and encourage innovation and transfer. Finally, NutriNeuro has developed a unique partnership with Laval University in Quebec through the OptiNutriBrain international associated laboratory (LIA). This innovative and original research at the interface of neuroscience and nutrition gives NutriNeuro a unique position in France.
- GEORGES-POTIER Mylène
- Research engineer, HDR