Appetite-Controlling Neurohormone Has Ancient Evolutionary Origin, New Study Shows

A satiety-inducing molecule called bombesin is not only present in humans and other vertebrates but also in invertebrates such as starfish and their marine relatives, according to new research. The post Appetite-Controlling Neurohormone Has Ancient Evolutionary Origin, New Study Shows appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Mar 25, 2025 - 14:30
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Appetite-Controlling Neurohormone Has Ancient Evolutionary Origin, New Study Shows
The common starfish (Asterias rubens) in Brofjorden at Govik, Lysekil municipality, Sweden. Image credit: W. Carter.

A satiety-inducing molecule called bombesin is not only present in humans and other vertebrates but also in invertebrates such as starfish and their marine relatives, according to new research.

The post Appetite-Controlling Neurohormone Has Ancient Evolutionary Origin, New Study Shows appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

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