The Noble and Often Nobel Role Played by Insulin-Focused Research in Modern Medicine
Abstract
Since diabetes was first described over 3,000 years ago, clinicians and scientists alike have sought ever improving treatments en route to a cure. As we approach the 100th anniversary of insulin's first therapeutic use, this article will recount the glorious history associated with research surrounding insulin's isolation, purification, cloning, and subsequent modification. The discovery path we will relate tells the story of many relentless and passionate investigators pursuing ground-breaking research. The fruits of their labor include several Nobel Prizes, new technology, and, more importantly, ever improving treatments for one of humankind's greatest medical scourges.Source
Harrison VS, Khan MH, Chamberlain CE, Harlan DM. The Noble and Often Nobel Role Played by Insulin-Focused Research in Modern Medicine. Diabetes Care. 2022 Jan 1;45(1):23-27. doi: 10.2337/dci21-0012. PMID: 34986255; PMCID: PMC9004313.DOI
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