DIALOGUE
November 2021
Diabetes Awareness Month
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Connecting the Diabetes, Obesity, Metabolism and Complications Community at Michigan |
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Caswell Diabetes Institute Welcomes New Managing Director Molly C. Dwyer-White |
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We are thrilled to welcome Molly C. Dwyer-White, MPH, as Managing Director of the Elizabeth Weiser Caswell Diabetes Institute (CDI) effective December 13, 2021. Molly will take over from Dorene Markel, MS, MHSA, to whom we are grateful for filling in over the past few months, and who will continue with the CDI during her phased retirement through June 2022.
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Michael David Toft Type 2 Diabetes Research Fund Established
The Michael David Toft Type 2 Diabetes Research Fund was established to advance type 2 diabetes research through the islet research program and is in memory of Michael who passed away in February 2021. Michael was a proud University of Michigan Wolverine, he studied Microbiology and Medicine at the University of Michigan and was in the top of his class. Unfortunately, he was not able to complete his studies due to his struggle with his diabetes. His dream was to conduct research on diabetes and this fund is being established to honor his wish of pushing research forward towards a cure. Support this fund
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Biostatistical Resource Now Available for Early Career Investigators |
Many early career faculty, unlike senior faculty, do not have the full resources to afford continuous biostatistical support. Likewise, career development award budgets don’t allow hiring the full amount of effort that might be required for a successful application and execution of the research plan. More
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CDI Annual Report Information Request
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The Caswell Diabetes Institute is developing a 2020-2021 Annual Report to reflect on our achievements during our first year. As the Diabetes Institute spans numerous departments, colleges and centers, we want to ensure that the annual report is representative of the countless noteworthy diabetes-related efforts taking place at the University of Michigan. All of this to say, we would like to hear from you about your work! Topics we wish to highlight include, but are not limited to:
- Honors and awards
- Grants
- New recruits
- Programs
- Articles
If there is any information you would like to be included in the CDI 2020-2021 Annual Report, please send an email to MichiganDiabetes@umich.edu by Monday, December 6, 2021.
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Thank You for Supporting the JDRF One Walk! |
A big thank you to the Departments of Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Pediatrics (Endocrinology Div.), Family Medicine, the EVPMA Office, Frankel CVC, UMMG and the Caswell Diabetes Institute for generously contributing to the Michigan Medicine corporate sponsorship of the JDRF One Walk. The amazing Michigan Medicine JDRF Walk team members raised an additional $10K+ through their own outstanding fundraising efforts. We are very proud that Michigan Medicine continues to have a strong presence at this important community event.
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month |
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Celebrating 100 Years of Insulin |
Israel Hodish, MD, PhD, a U-M endocrinologist, discusses the history of the life-saving drug and its importance in diabetes management. Learn more at Michigan Health
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Dr. Rothberg’s Michigan Answer:
Reversing Type 2 Diabetes
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What do you do when you know a disease is reversible, even curable, and yet each year millions of people still suffer from it? For Amy Rothberg, MD, you find a whole new way to help people not only lose weight, but in some cases even reverse a diabetes diagnosis. Learn more at Michigan Answers
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Offer Hope to Kids and Adults with Diabetes |
It’s all hands on deck at the University of Michigan when it comes to advancing care and research to benefit people with diabetes. We’re working across our campus to make breakthrough discoveries and translate that research into life-changing therapies.
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CDI Welcomes Sarah Caruso |
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The Caswell Diabetes Institute welcomes Sarah Caruso, our new Senior Administrative Assistant. Sarah comes to us from Washtenaw Community College where she worked for several years as an executive secretary. Sarah brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience. We are very excited to bring her on as the newest member of the CDI team. Please join us in giving Sarah a very warm welcome! Sarah can be reached at carusos@umich.edu.
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Sarah Cain Inducted into Michigan Athletics Hall of Honor |
We have lots to celebrate with Sarah Cain this month! First, kudos to Sarah on her promotion to Administrative Specialist. Sarah is now full-time with the CDI, managing the Enrichment Program and overseeing CDI's finances, among many other things. Sarah is an exceptional employee and we are grateful to have her on our team!
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We also want to take this opportunity to acknowledge Sarah's induction into the Michigan Athletics Hall of Honor. After a year's delay, on Friday, October 22, 2021, Sarah was honored for her contributions to the Michigan gymnastics program (1997-2000). Sarah was inducted as a member of the Class of 2020 along with 5 other elite athletes. The following day the athletes were recognized at the UM vs Northwestern football game. We're very proud of Sarah and all her accomplishments!
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Diabetes Linked to Severe COVID-19 Complications
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NIDDK COVID-19 - Metabolism Pilot Grants
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Seeking a postdoc with a passion for metabolic research and expertise in biochemistry, cell biology and/or physiology. The research project focuses on signal transduction, transcriptional regulation and functional outcomes that will uncover new understanding of insulin and glucagon mediated regulation of liver metabolism. The postdoc will focus on understanding the phospho-regulation of a novel ‘master regulator’ of transcription of key insulin signaling and metabolic genes in the liver. Learn more
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A postdoctoral position is available to study metabolism in the context of obesity and diabetes in the laboratory of Drs. Jonathan Campbell and David D’Alessio at the Duke Molecular Physiology Institute (dmpi.duke.edu). This is a fully funded position, immediately available, to work on multiple ongoing projects that study various aspects of islet biology, gut-hormones, and metabolism. Learn more
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About the Elizabeth Weiser Caswell Diabetes Institute
The University of Michigan has outstanding clinicians and researchers in diabetes, metabolic disorders, and their complications. The Elizabeth Weiser Caswell Diabetes Institute serves as the central hub to coordinate these programs. We work across disciplines and serve to integrate rigorous science with patient-centered clinical care to prevent, treat, and ultimately cure diabetes and related disorders.
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Contact Us
Elizabeth Weiser Caswell Diabetes Institute
300 North Ingalls Building
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-5405
734-764-4433
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Supporting the Elizabeth Weiser Caswell Diabetes Institute |
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Gifts to the Elizabeth Weiser Caswell Diabetes Institute are essential to our mission, to be at the forefront of cutting-edge research and to educate the next generation of leaders to be the best in medicine. Please consider supporting the Elizabeth Weiser Caswell Diabetes Institute: gifts can be made through multiple vehicles such as cash or securities, pledges, payroll deduct, etc. Our development partner, Andrea LaFave is happy to discuss and explore different options with you.
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