CloseCategory: Diabetes Research News
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Exploring the Use of Targeted Proteins in Managing Type 1 Diabetes
Currently, the most effective treatment for type 1 diabetes is the administration of insulin, but this is not a perfect solution. Since the body is unable to produce enough – […]
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Islet Transplantation May Have Long-Term Benefits for Type 1 Diabetes.
Islet transplantation is not a new concept, but it is one that scientists are continually trying to refine and improve. A major challenge with this procedure is rejection or destruction […]
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Could Closed-Loop Systems Improve Blood Glucose Management?
One of the latest technologies being tested for managing type 1 diabetes is a closed-loop system. This system uses a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to measure blood glucose levels. When […]
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Arielle Schube World Diabetes Story
My story began during the summer of 2016, the summer before my freshman year of high school. In July, I went to camp for three weeks in San Bernardino, California. […]
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The Story of a Combat Veteran Making a Difference in the T1D Community – Naithen Schirmer
Today is a day we honor all veterans and give thanks for their sacrifice. As a combat veteran, I know firsthand the sacrifices made daily by those who serve or […]
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Improved Transplantation of Islet Organoids May Support Type 1 Diabetes Treatment
One approach to treating type 1 diabetes is transplanting insulin-producing beta cells into the body, or cells that can develop to perform this function. However, there are still many challenges […]
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Connect For A Cure: November 2019 Newsletter
The word is getting out, we have some exciting new research updates for you. We had a record number of early-career scientists submit their research project proposals for funding this […]
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Rotavirus Vaccine May Reduce Risk of Type 1 Diabetes
There is no single factor that is entirely responsible for the development of type 1 diabetes. Scientists believe that both genetic and environmental factors play a role. One area that […]
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Exploring C-Peptide Persistence in Type 1 Diabetes
In diagnosing diabetes, be it type 1 or type 2, one of the key factors doctors look for is C-peptide levels. Traditionally, scientists have believed that low C-peptide levels indicated […]
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Could Improving Cell-to-Cell Communication Enhance Cell Replacement Therapy Options for Type 1 Diabetes?
Researchers have been exploring the potential of stem cell therapies for years, however this is a very challenging endeavor because there are many factors that influence cell development, differentiation, and […]
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Antibody-Drug Conjugate May Help Reduce Allograft Rejection.
Cell transplantation has been an area of focus in developing treatment for type 1 diabetes. Many studies have examined both autologous and allogeneic transplants and the benefits and risks they […]
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Early Biomarker for Pancreatic Beta Cell Loss Related to Type 1 Diabetes Identified.
For years, researchers have known that pancreatic beta cell death plays a major role in the development of type 1 diabetes. They have been striving to detect this process early […]
