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Diabetes Research Center in the Department of Medicine

The Columbia University Diabetes Research Center is an NIDDK-funded center that provides research support for investigators pursuing research on diabetes and metabolic disorders. We provide a central support structure to foster collaboration among investigators working in the areas of:

  • Diabetes
  • Immunology
  • Transplantation
  • Obesity
  • Regenerative/cell-based therapies
  • Arteriosclerosis/lipid research

The Diabetes Research Center is committed to supporting all members through:

  • Access to an advanced set of shared technical core facilities. (Non-members should contact individual core directors to inquire about service availability.)
  • Financial support through the Pilot Feasibility Program.
  • Program enrichment activities and scientific interactions that foster a collegial approach to diabetes research.