Mission Statement
To further understand the role of lipids in health and disease, through research, education, and community service.

Group Vision

• To be an internationally recognized center of excellence in lipid research.
  
• To understand the molecular basis of diseases, including obesity, diabetes, cancer, heart disease, neurodegeneration, and hyperlipidemia.
  
• To apply modern methods of molecular, cellular, and structural biology to original research problems related to the role of lipids in cell structure, metabolism, signal transduction, and neurobiology.
  
• To identify new treatment strategies designed to decrease morbidity and mortality associated with lipid-related diseases.
  
• To train high-quality scientists in lipid research fields.
  
• To create a positive and supportive environment for faculty, post-doctoral fellows, students, and support staff that is conducive to learning and personal growth and to understanding of lipid research and related diseases.
  
• To increase public awareness of lipid-related diseases and their effect on the health and economic well being of society.