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Research

We are one of the largest funders of UK diabetes research - and aim to invest, in 2010, over £6 million in diabetes research.

Diabetes UK Research Funding.
 

Help fund research

There are various ways in which you can help to fund our vital research work, from online donation and regular giving, to adopting a project and getting your company involved.

Pedometers could cut Type 2 diabetes risk by half

Using a pedometer as part of a structured education programme could reduce Type 2 risk.

Winter issue of Diabetes Update online

Key articles to download include this issue's comment, Sweetness & light and a special version of an article from Diabetic Medicine looking at the use of recreational drugs among young people with Type 1 diabetes.

Professional members' webspace

As a professional member you'll have exclusive access to a range of information and interactive tools - your definitive diabetes resource to help you stay informed.

Diabetes UK’s Research Strategy

The Diabetes UK Research Strategy sets out the broad focus for Diabetes UK funded research for the five-year period from January 2006 to December 2010.

For researchers

Grant holders and those wishing to apply for funding

Diabetes UK funded research

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