Published on 06/04/2025 Luxembourg (Canton), Luxembourg Education / Training Working time Full-time Type of contract Permanent contract Professional experience Beginner (less than 1 year) Educational level Master About the FDEF The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. Senior Financial Controller-University of Luxembourg The Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance (FDEF) at the University of Luxembourg offers a unique academic and research environment. Rooted in Luxembourg but with a European and international outlook, teaching and research benefit from the proximity of the European institutions, Luxembourg's leading international financial centre and its vibrant business community. Institutional and private sector partnerships, sponsored Chairs and a growing network of international partner universities make the FDEF a dynamic academic hub at t...
Obesity is a major public health concern, as it is associated with a number of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. The connection between obesity and cancer is complex and multifaceted, with both biological and lifestyle factors playing a role. In this article, we will explore the physical mechanisms by which obesity can increase the risk of cancer. What is the Physical Connection between Obesity and Cancer One of the main ways in which obesity increases cancer risk is through the production of hormones and growth factors. Adipose tissue, or fat tissue, is an active endocrine organ that produces and secretes a number of hormones and growth factors, including estrogen, insulin, and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1). Elevated levels of these hormones and growth factors can promote the growth and proliferation of cancer cells, as well as inhibit their apoptosis (programmed cell death). This can lead to the development and progression of cancer. What is t...