Liver Biology

Liver biology is the study of the structure and function of the liver, the largest organ in the body. An understanding of liver biology is critical to maintain health and to develop treatments for various diseases and disorders. The liver has many important roles in the body, such as storing energy, breaking down substances from food, producing hormones, and detoxifying chemicals from the body. Liver biology is important for understanding how the body works, and how the liver can be affected by disease, medications, and environmental exposures. Research in this area can lead to new treatments and drugs, as well as preventative measures to maintain healthy liver function.