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17.06.2023
Dr Sheila Reith, co-inventor of the insulin pen, awarded CBE
Congratulations to Dr Sheila Reith, who has been awarded a CBE in recognition of the life-changing impact...
News & Views
From research findings showing a step forward for beta cell therapy without immunosuppression in type 1 diabetes, to a triple hormone drug that shows promise to treat type 2, here are some of the diabetes research developments announced in March 2026.
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14.06.2023
Our research uncovers ‘core’ genes for type 1 diabetes
This Diabetes Week, new research we funded has uncovered nine ‘core’ genes that are central to the develo...
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05.06.2023
Diabetes and climate change: what are the links?
People living with long-term health conditions, including diabetes, are more likely to be impacted by ext...
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02.06.2023
Life-changing ‘bionic pancreas’ for type 1 diabetes available in t...
A ‘bionic pancreas’ that combines an insulin pump and automated dosing software has been approved by the ...
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31.05.2023
Art and Science Project Promotes Experiences of Women With Gestational...
A fantastic project (Art for Change through Engagement) co-created by researchers we fund and an artist f...
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18.05.2023
Barrister and Blogger Rob Darbyshire tells us about his time at DUKPC
Barrister and type 1 diabetes blogger Rob Darbyshire reviews his three days at the Diabetes UK Profession...
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28.04.2023
New findings from NHS hybrid closed loop pilot: DUKPC research highlig...
Results from a pilot roll-out of hybrid closed loop technology for up to 1,000 children and adults living...
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28.04.2023
How genes protect from, or increase risk, of type 2 diabetes: DUKPC re...
New research presented at our professional conference (DUKPC) pinpoints combinations of genes that either...
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27.04.2023
Preventing type 2 diabetes complications: DUKPC research highlights
We need to find ways to reduce the risk of developing diabetes complications. On day 2 of our professiona...
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26.04.2023
Frogs, hypos and understanding chances of type 2 remission: DUKPC rese...
New research identifying the untapped potential of a molecule secreted by frogs to treat type 2 diabetes ...
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24.04.2023
‘Activity snacking’ helps people with type 1 diabetes manage blood...
Our research reveals for the first time, that short breaks from sitting time - also known as ‘activity sn...
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11.04.2023
Inside the lab: supporting teenagers with type 2
Every year we invest over £6 million into pioneering diabetes research. Let’s take a closer look at a pro...
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29.03.2023
Could a baby’s gut bacteria help to predict future risk of type 1 di...
Researchers in Sweden have identified differences in the make-up of gut bacteria in babies who did and di...
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28.03.2023
Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge invests £5 million to kick off the ra...
We're excited to reveal the first research projects funded by the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge, our pa...
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23.03.2023
Research to spot signs of type 2 diabetes from dentist appointments
We’re shining the spotlight on a research project we’re co-funding with the National Institute for Health...
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17.03.2023
Blood pressure drug can slow type 1 diabetes, research shows
A blood pressure treatment called verapamil can protect insulin-making beta cells, slowing down type 1 di...
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