It is well-known that pancreatic beta cells produce insulin, which is responsible for controlling blood sugar levels. Among the numerous factors that affect the workings of these cells, a protein called Cx36 was identified a few months ago by a research team at the UNIGE. The scientists there had demonstrated that in transgenic mice, suitably modified so as not to produce any Cx36, synchronization of the beta cells ceased and insulin production went out of control. ...Sunday, 29 July 2012
Diabetes Prevention Moves Closer to Reality
It is well-known that pancreatic beta cells produce insulin, which is responsible for controlling blood sugar levels. Among the numerous factors that affect the workings of these cells, a protein called Cx36 was identified a few months ago by a research team at the UNIGE. The scientists there had demonstrated that in transgenic mice, suitably modified so as not to produce any Cx36, synchronization of the beta cells ceased and insulin production went out of control. ...
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