Using human genetics to discover new treatments for type 2 diabetes and obesity
Why do some people maintain healthy blood sugar levels more readily than others? At Aracea Therapeutics, we study natural differences in human genes to understand what might protect them.
Why brown fat?
Brown fat uses fuel to produce heat. We’re investigating whether this process could help improve blood sugar control.
Explore the science of brown fat Discovering how genes shape metabolism
We look for naturally occurring genetic differences associated with healthy glucose control, then use genetic screens to investigate which genes contribute to those effects. This work helps us identify biological processes that a treatment could target.
From genes to medicines
A genetic finding gives us a starting point. We study which cells a treatment would need to reach and how changing the target might affect their use of fuel. Our work is in early discovery.
Meet Aracea and explore our approach
Aracea takes its name from the Araceae family. Some of these plants generate their own heat.
Discover the story behind our name