This ADA's Research Database will allow you to search for useful information on Association-funded research grant awardees. This resource is intended to be an easy way to learn more about the American Diabetes Association's Research Program, and the important work being done through the generous donations of our donors.
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Lu, Hu, PhD
New York University School of Medicine
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Chinese immigrants suffer higher rates of diabetes and prediabetes than the general population. Diabetes can be prevented through lifestyle behavior change (weight loss, diet, and physical activity)...
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Alicia, Huerta-Chagoya, PhD
Broad Institute, Inc
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Latin American population is disproportionately affected by diabetes compared to other populations, being type 2 (T2D) the most common form. Despite that, there has been a historical...
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Mark, O., PhD
University of California, Davis
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Diabetes is a disease where there are no longer enough beta cells to supply insulin to our body. Beta cells in type 2 diabetes have to secrete more insulin to compensate for the rest of the body...
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Michele, Heisler, MD
University of Michigan
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People at risk for type 2 diabetes can reduce that risk by eating more produce and unprocessed foods and achieving moderate physical activity and weight loss. Participating in Diabetes Prevention...
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Chelsea, Hepler, PhD
Northwestern University
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Circadian disruption due to shiftwork, sleep loss, and night-eating significantly correlates with obesity, leading to heightened inflammation and an increased risk of diabetes. However, the mechanisms...
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Daniela, Herrera, PhD
University of Minnesota
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Obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D) exerts an enormous economic burden on the healthcare world-wide. Extensive efforts have been dedicated to elucidating the various causes affecting the development of...
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William, L, PhD
University of Utah
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Ceramides are a class of lipids that can accumulate in response to excess intake of saturated fat and inflammation. The class of lipids circulates in the serum, where it serves as a strong biomarker...
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Todd, Hagobian, PhD
California Polytechnic State University
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New data suggests that synthetic chemicals used to make food storage and containers, including bisphenol A (BPA), is related to type 2 diabetes rates. However, no study to date has determine whether...
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Soren, Harnois-Leblanc, PhD
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
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Childhood obesity is a major public health challenge of the 21st century. As a result, obesity-related conditions are becoming increasingly common among children, such as prediabetes and type 2...
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Jaclynn, M, PhD
University of Michigan
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African American (AA) men are twice as likely to have type 2 diabetes (T2D) compared to non-Hispanic White men and are more likely to die from T2D-related complications. Because AA men have worsened...