Epigenomic alterations contribute to obesity-associated diabetes
Monday, June 6, 2016 - 13:00
in Health & Medicine
Obesity is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes, yet not all obese humans develop the disease. In a new study, researchers have identified epigenomic alterations that are associated with inflammation and type 2 diabetes. The findings help to explain how alterations of the epigenome during the progression of obesity can trigger insulin resistance and diabetes.