Connecting the Diabetes, Obesity, Metabolism and related Complications Community at the University of Michigan | |
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In this Issue...
* Inspiring Research- Mallory's Story
* Institute Happenings
* Did You Know?
* Who's In the News?
* Faculty Publications
* Save the Date
* Professional Opportunities
* Funding Opportunities
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Inspiring Research- Mallory's Story | |
A Unique Patient Case Inspiring Research
A "leap of faith" taken by patient Mallory Mattison and her physician, Elif Oral, MD, results in a life-changing treatment option for patients with lipodystrophy. Read More
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Elif Oral, MD and patient, Mallory Mattison | |
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What's in Store for 2024?
Find out at the CDI Town Hall Luncheon
Join us as we kick off our first town hall of the year! Enjoy lunch, time to visit with new and familiar colleagues, all while learning what's on the horizon for CDI. There will be time for Q&A and you may submit your questions ahead of time.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Thursday, February 22, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
NCRC South Atrium (B10)
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CDI Faculty Honored with MICHR Distinguished Mentor Awards
Several CDI faculty members were recognized with 2023 MICHR Distinguished Clinical and Translational Research Mentor Awards. Click the link to find out who! Read More
MICHR is currently accepting nominations for the 2024 Distinguished Mentor and the Peer Mentor Award, which is new for this year. The deadline for nominations is March 11, 2024.
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Unraveling the Secrets Behind Beta Cells
Scott Soleimanpour, MD, associate director for CDI and director of the Michigan Diabetes Research Center sheds light on our Islet Program and the revolutionary research being done with beta cells in Health Lab. Read More
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Just for Fun: Jeopardy Question
UM-Medical School is ranked #11 in the country in research awards and funding from this agency, which is the largest, single funder of biomedical research in the world. Answer
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Super Bowl LVIII: Shining a Spotlight on T1D
Some of the biggest stars were in Las Vegas last Sunday for the big game. For those who tuned in to cheer on your favorite team, see the highly anticipated halftime show, or just to catch some of the more memorable commercials, you most likely missed the connection two of the night's biggest stars have to type 1 diabetes. Read More
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MMPC-Live Services Featured in NIDDK Director Newsletter
Griffin P. Rodgers, MD, MACP, director of the NIDDK, recently highlighted the work of the Mouse Metabolic Phenotyping Centers-Live (MMPC-Live) in his December newsletter. U-M is fortunate to be one of only four academic institutions in the U.S. to have an MMPC- Live and the unique services they offer. GO BLUE!
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What to Know about Heart Failure When You Have Diabetes
Rodica Pop-Busui, MD, PhD, ADA President of Medicine and Science, and Associate Director for Clinical Research, Mentoring and Development with CDI, offers her insight on the connection between diabetes and heart failure in TIME. Read More
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Saturday, March 16, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Frankel Cardiovascular Center | Danto Auditorium
ATTENDANCE IS FREE!
Presentation topics will include highlights from clinical and basic science research on the diabetic foot conducted by Michigan Medicine faculty. The format will be based on a multidisciplinary approach, with a special session planned on examining outcomes associated with lower extremity complication management.
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Caswell Diabetes Institute
Metabolism, Obesity, Nutrition & Diabetes Symposium
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The next Caswell Diabetes Institute's Metabolism, Obesity, Nutrition & Diabetes Symposium is scheduled for October 30, 2024. Planning is underway. More details to come! | |
Professional Opportunities | | |
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Michigan Clinical Research Unit Open House
The Michigan Clinical Research Unit (MCRU) is currently wrapping up a large multi-phase renovation of its Frankel Cardiovascular Center (FCVC) location and would like to invite faculty and study teams to take a tour of the new space. Join MCRU on Friday, March 8 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM to see all the updates and learn how they can support your research needs.
Friday, March 8,
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Frankel Cardiovascular Center, Floor 1, Suite 1111
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Principal Investigator: Understanding Your Role as a Manager
Presented by Dr. Anna Kratz, U-M Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and hosted by the Clinical Trials Support Office, participants will learn the essentials of managing a research team. Dr. Kratz will share her experiences in leading a successful research lab and offer insight into management style and team productivity.
Monday, March 18
12 p.m. - 1p.m. via Zoom
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Let's Stay Connected
We would love to "Dialogue" with you! If you have stories, information or events related to diabetes, obesity, metabolism and their complications you wish to share, please email MichiganDiabetes@med.umich.edu.
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