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Diabetes Trials Unit

Diabetes Trials Unit LogoThe Diabetes Trials Unit (DTU) is a UKCRC accredited clinical trials unit specialising in performing local, national and multinational clinical trials related to treating and managing diabetes and other cardiometabolic and related conditions.  We work collaboratively with researchers and organisations to support trials and other studies.

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Early blood glucose control for people with type 2 diabetes is crucial for reducing complications and prolonging life

Research led by scientists from the Universities of Oxford and Edinburgh has found that early good blood glucose control can minimise the lifetime risk of diabetes-related complications, including heart attacks, kidney failure and vision loss.

A photograph of the chief investigator and research nurses for the LEGEND-D trial

The LEGEND-D Trial – which aims to prevent low blood sugar levels in type 1 diabetes – is open to recruitment

The first participant has completed initial study activities and is now randomised to one of the trial’s arms.

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DTU to run clinical trial for Dementias Platform UK in nationwide bid to revolutionise dementia diagnosis using blood tests

Dementias Platform UK has been awarded over £4 million to carry out countrywide trials to identify accurate and quick blood tests that can diagnose dementia, in a bid to improve management and patient and carer wellbeing. RDM's Diabetes Trials Unit will run the clinical trial component of the challenge.

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UK’s first registry to be set up for those at risk of type 1 diabetes

Researchers from the Oxford BRC and other collaborating organisations have received funding to set up a UK registry for children and adults who are at risk of type 1 diabetes and have tested positive for diabetes autoantibodies.

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Professor Rury Holman wins 2024 Banting Medal for Scientific Achievement

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has announced this year's National Scientific and Health Care Achievement Award recipients.

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