What are the Hot Topics in Diabetes Research from a Journal's Perspective - Diabetologia
Diabetes Insights - Breakthroughs and InnovatorsShow Notes
In our first episode of 2026, Prof. Hindrik Mulder, Editor-in-Chief of Diabetologia, offers a journal’s-eye view of the most exciting and challenging developments in diabetes research today.
Drawing on his unique overview of submissions from across the global research community, prof. Mulder discusses emerging breakthroughs such as hypoimmune stem cell-based therapies that are transforming from theoretical possibilities into scalable, off-the-shelf treatments for diabetes. Prof. Mulder discusses how these innovations could revolutionise diabetes care by overcoming the historical barriers of islet transplantation.
We further explore Diabetologia's special 2025 issue on "Opportunities and Challenges in Diabetes," which tackles the critical issues of healthcare disparity, access, and equity. Prof. Mulder passionately addresses why diversity in research is essential to understanding disease heterogeneity and why the scientific community must continue advocating for inclusive research despite political headwinds.
Learn about the journal's innovative approach to incorporating patient perspectives in research design, the appointment of a dedicated DEI editor, and the exciting launch of Metabologia - Diabetologia's new sister journal - covering the expanding landscape of metabolic disorders.
This conversation reminds us that embracing complexity and acknowledging what we don't know is fundamental to advancing diabetes science.
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