Three New Interactive Pathway Diagrams Released

Adenosine Monophosphate-Activated Protein Kinase (AMPK) Signaling Pathway

 

Hexosamine Biosynthetic Pathway

 

Pentose Phosphate Pathway

Adenosine Monophosphate-Activated Protein Kinase (AMPK) Signaling Pathway Interactive Diagram
 Hexosamine Biosynthetic Pathway Interactive Diagram
 Pentose Phosphate Pathway Interactive Diagram

 

The AMPK Signaling Pathway is a fuel sensor which regulates ATP production in various tissues.  Click here to explore this important pathway regarded as a possible therapeutic target for type 2 diabetes, obesity and metabolic syndrome.

 

 

Perturbations of the Hexosamine Biosynthetic Pathway have been found to be associated with insulin resistance, glucose toxicity and other complications of diabetes.  Click here to explore this important metabolic and signaling pathway.

 

 
The Pentose Phosphate Pathway represents an alternate route of glucose oxidation.  Click here to explore this vital source of building blocks for fatty acid and cholesterol biosynthesis, cellular antioxidation and superoxide generation.