A recent study has demonstrated that genetically modified cows can potentially increase insulin production, presenting a new avenue for addressing insulin scarcity and reducing treatment costs for ...

A proof-of-concept study finds that donated insulin-producing cells can be genetically modified to avoid provoking the recipient's immune system. Reading time: Reading time 3 minutes A new case study ...

Millions of people living with type 1 diabetes around the world don’t have reliable access to insulin. Due to their bodies’ inability to produce the hormone, they have to inject it to ensure that ...

Regulators are supposed to abide by society's “bargain” with them: Civil servants are granted lifetime tenure and protected from political pressure and retaliation, and in return, they are supposed to ...

Insulin-producing cells can be genetically modified to hide from the immune system. People with type 1 diabetes must constantly rely on insulin injections or pumps, usually for the rest of their life ...

These authors evaluated the GRI conjugate according to its capacity to replace both prandial and basal needs using laboratory-based assessments and preclinical mouse and mini-pig models (Figure 1).

People with Type 1 diabetes lose insulin-producing beta cells due to an autoimmune reaction, forcing lifelong dependence on ...

Boosting the body's production of insulin can help to control blood sugar levels. Some drugs boost insulin production from the pancreas, while others improve insulin sensitivity. Metformin, for ...

Climate change and an accelerated population growth impose a major threat to crop production around the world. In order to ensure food availability and minimise the environmental impact associated ...