Mary Latimer
Mary graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Biology from Georgia State University in 2010. She worked for a few years before continuing her education at Towson University and graduating with her Masters of Science in Physiology in 2014. Mary is currently in the PhD program in Physiology at UAB with Peggy Biga, PhD, as her mentor. Mary’s current project is titled “Establishing the Changes in Muscle miRNA Composition During Methionine Restriction.” The project aims to look at the physiological and morphological hallmarks of methionine restriction in rainbow trout; Oncorhynchus mykiss. In her free time she enjoys cats, Netflix, coffee, and reading anything from the mystery section of the bookstore.
Oct 24, 2017
I eat what you eat: Maternal Nutrition and Epigenetics
Potential mothers, new mothers and mothers of multiples often worry about how their nutrition will affect their children. With the
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Aug 23, 2017
Breastmilk from a Bottle and Obesity Risk
As a new parent you can go no longer than 24 hours without hearing the phrase “Breast is Best.” I
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May 02, 2017
Regular Bedtimes for Children May be Protective Against Obesity
For many generations parenting books and gurus alike have heralded the importance of routine. Beginning in infancy, children are scheduled
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