Frank Thies
+44 (0)1224 437954
The Rowett Institute
Ashgrove Rd W
Aberdeen
AB25 2ZD
Biography
Frank Thies is a senior scientist whose research interests mainly relate to the influence of various dietary components on cardiovascular function and cardiovascular risk, with particular emphasis being placed on the role of inflammatory processes. He is particularly interested in the mechanisms by which dietary fibres and other dietary components such as lipids and carotenoids can modulate markers for cardiovascular risk such as blood pressure and cholesterol metabolism. Results from his research can inform policy and help for the development of novel dietary guidelines for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. It is also highly relevant for the food industry for the development of novel foods with health benefits. His research group uses a multidisciplinary, integrated approach including large as well as pilot intervention studies in healthy individuals and patients, supported by cell culture work for the mechanistic aspects.
