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There were major advances in diabetes research and technology in 2023, from new remission findings on the DiRECT study to new guidelines on hybrid closed loop systems.

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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...

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...

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 ...

Some of the people involved in the Art for Change through Engagement project

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...

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...

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...

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...

diabetes professional conference DUKPC 22

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...

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 ...

26.04.2023

NHS 'Soups and Shakes' diet to be rolled out across the whole of England

An NHS 'soups and shakes' diet is being rolled out to more areas of the UK, with the potential to help th...

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...

19.04.2023

Weight loss can put type 2 diabetes into remission for at least 5 year...

Our DiRECT study changed the game when it showed that type 2 diabetes remission is possible for some thro...

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...

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...

Grand Challenge Sarah Richardson researching

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...

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...