Investigating new ways to prevent and treat diabetes in veterans
Official title: BLRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
Funded at Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp · NIH-11052304 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the pancreas makes insulin and what goes wrong in type 2 diabetes, especially in veterans, to find better ways to diagnose and treat the condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2024 |
| Project end | September 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 1IK6BX006804-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11052304 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include veterans who are at risk for or currently have type 2 diabetes, particularly those affected by obesity or aging.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a history of diabetes or are not veterans may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how insulin secretion is controlled in the pancreas and how this process is disrupted in type 2 diabetes, particularly among veterans. The team is exploring the role of specific receptors and proteins that influence beta-cell function, which is crucial for insulin production. They are also identifying biomarkers that can indicate beta-cell dysfunction, which could lead to better diagnosis and treatment strategies for diabetes in veterans. The research aims to develop new methods for preventing diabetes and improving care for those already affected.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies and treatments for diabetes specifically tailored for veterans.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding beta-cell function and its role in diabetes, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kimple, Michelle E — Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp
- Study coordinator: Kimple, Michelle E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.