Today, November 14th, we commemorate World Diabetes Day, a key date to raise awareness about the significant health and social impact of this disease, as well as the importance of research and prevention.
At IDiBE–UMH, we have a Diabetes Research Unit (UNIBAD) fully dedicated to studying the molecular, cellular, and physiological mechanisms involved in diabetes and its complications.
This unit is composed of three highly specialized research groups:
🔬 Islet Cell Signaling Lab
Studies how chemical pollutants influence glucose homeostasis.
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🤰 Diabesity and Islet Research Lab
Focuses on the pathophysiology of gestational diabetes and its relevance to the later development of type 2 diabetes, with a special emphasis on obesity as a risk factor.
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🥼 Islet Biology Lab
Works to understand the molecular differences between alpha and beta cells that allow the former to survive during the development of diabetes.
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🤝 In addition, our unit actively collaborates with healthcare research centers such as Fundació Fisabio, strengthening the scientific ecosystem and advancing solutions to improve the metabolic health of the population.
📣 Beyond scientific work, our researchers engage in extensive outreach and awareness activities, bringing knowledge about diabetes closer to society and promoting healthy lifestyles and a culture of prevention.
💙 On this World Diabetes Day, we reaffirm our commitment to excellence in research, knowledge transfer, and the well-being of society.