NIDDK Director's Update Winter 2021

Director's Note

As the year’s end approaches, many people consider their goals and progress of the last 12 months– what they accomplished and what goals to work on in the new year. As an Institute, we too reflect upon our year’s challenges, successes, and new opportunities. Read More

News Around NIDDK

• Dr. Phillip Gorden: An NIH legend retires
• NIDDK’s new strategic plan coming soon!
• NIDDK Fellow Spotlight
• NIDDK’s Phoenix branch featured in The NIH Catalyst
• Getting to Know: Dr. Afshin Parsa

More News Around NIDDK

Research Updates

• Youth diabetes prevalence and mortality rates assessed in SEARCH for Diabetes in Youth study
• Studies suggests alternative to race-based kidney function calculations
• Metformin and lifestyle interventions in the Diabetes Prevention Program do not lower death rates

More Research Updates

Health Information Updates

• Small steps can make a big difference in preventing diabetes
• How does gastroparesis affect people with diabetes?

More Health Information Updates

Commendations & Commencements

• A Fond Farewell
  Gorden
• Congratulations
  Eaton, Jacobson
• 2021 NIDDK Employee Appreciation Awards

More Commendations & Commencements

Publication Information

The NIDDK Director’s Update is published in Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. To submit an item for the next edition or send suggestions, please contact editor Heather Martin at niddkmedia@niddk.nih.gov. Items must be submitted 6 weeks before the month of publication to be considered for the next issue.

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