Research we're funding sheds light on how the balance of different types of insulin-producing beta cells is key to blood sugar control.

New research we fund by a PhD student may improve how we identify who is at risk of diabetic retinopathy, which could help to prevent life-changing loss of vision.

Most people, including those living with diabetes, will experience mild or moderate symptoms from coronavirus. But we do know that people with diabetes are at higher risk of ending up in hospital wit

Despite the unprecedented challenges that 2020 presented, Diabetes UK has committed over £3 million to fund 22 new pioneering research projects across the UK.

Our scientists have found a better way of transplanting islet cells, paving the way for wider use of this treatment.

2020 probably isn’t a year many of us will look back over fondly, but this year has truly highlighted the power of science and the incredible, life-saving breakthroughs it can bring.

There are some very early clues to suggest that coronavirus might be triggering type 1 or type 2 diabetes in some people, or making the condition worse for others. We take a look at the evidence and explain why it’s too early to know for sure yet.

While having diabetes does add to your risk of getting seriously ill or dying from coronavirus, we explain how to understand this risk and why everyone’s risk is unique to them.   

People living with diabetes have a higher risk of heart disease but new research, funded by us, has reinforced that there are things you can do to avoid complications, and suggests that acting early is vital.

Hundreds of people living with diabetes, their families and healthcare professionals have chosen their most important research priorities for diabetes in pregnancy.