Development of Structural Conversion Methods for Lipids and Functional Analysis of Various Lipids Using These Methods

Abstract

The author’s group has developed methods for concerning structural conversion for lipids and organic synthesis of lipids for many years and has conducted functional analysis of various lipids using these techniques. In this paper, we provide an overview of research results using these techniques, including: 1) research on trans fatty acid isomers and their formation mechanisms; 2) research on fatty acid structures and their combustion in the body; and 3) research on clarifying the disposition of administered fatty acids in the body using stable isotope-labeled fatty acids.

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