A new role for a class of immune cells in regulating beige fat development
Studies show critical role for ILC2 cells in the development and activity of calorie-burning beige fat that emerges within WAT —the most abundant type of fat. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
NIH Seeks Public Input on Framework for NIH Strategic Plan
In support of efforts in 2015 to develop a 5-year NIH Strategic Plan, NIH hosted webinars and invited public input on the Plan ’s proposed framework. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Sweeteners detected in human breast milk
Researchers find certain non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS) are present in human breast milk, showing that multiple types of NNS can be passed to nursing infants. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Natural compound prevents obesity in mice
Researchers show that normal-weight male mice treated with celastrol were able to avoid obesity and metabolic dysfunction despite being fed a high-fat diet. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Landmark NIH study shows intensive blood pressure management may save lives
(Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Long-term health of kidney donors assessed
Study finds that kidney function in donors did not deteriorate 3 years after donation. Increases in mGFR and eGFR in donors suggest improved kidney function. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Scientists develop genetic blueprint of inner ear cell development
(Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
NIH-funded study: Early, intensive treatment may be needed for some youth with type 2 diabetes
Inability of youth with type 2 diabetes to get blood glucose levels into a nondiabetic range shortly after using metformin alone may be due to genetics. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Brain stimulation limits calories consumed in adults with obesity
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Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Teens achieve weight loss, health benefits with bariatric surgery
Teen-LABS study shows major weight loss and improvements in overall health and quality of life 3 years after bariatric surgeries in teens with severe obesity. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Specific dosage of sickle cell drug increases survival rate
(Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
NIH unveils FY2016 –2020 Strategic Plan
(Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
HHS and USDA Release New Dietary Guidelines to Encourage Healthy Eating Patterns to Prevent Chronic Diseases
(Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Genetic mismatches linked to kidney transplant failure
HLA matching for kidney transplants from deceased donors could enhance long-term survival in the US by delaying or eliminating the need to resume dialysis. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Special Diabetes Program meeting summary highlights type 1 diabetes research NIDDK could support
NIDDK released a summary from an April 2015 meeting that reviewed opportunities to support new and emerging research on type 1 diabetes and its complications. (Source: NIDDK News)
Source: NIDDK News - March 15, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
