Vanderbilt’s diabetes research takes place under the umbrella of the Vanderbilt Diabetes Research and Training Center, one of a network of core centers established by the National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Diseases to conduct research and training in diabetes and related endocrine and metabolic disorders. The Vanderbilt DRTC is funded through a National Institute of Health grant. This multi-disciplinary program has more than 95 participating faculty members distributed among 18 departments in 4 schools and 3 colleges of the University. The investigators look at many aspects of diabetes – beta cell function, gene regulation, signal transduction – all with the ultimate goal of helping find ways to prevent or cure diabetes.

The Enrichment, Training, and Outreach Program of the Vanderbilt DRTC orchestrates a broad range of essential activities that enhance and enrich the research and training environment at Vanderbilt as well as sponsors the Friday Seminar Series and the Annual Diabetes Day.

2009 Vanderbilt Diabetes Day Photos HERE »
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2009 Vanderbilt Pilot & Feasibility Awards HERE »
2009 Edward Price Excellence in Basic Research Award HERE »

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