Track: Diabetes Mellitus and Research

Diabetes 2026

Session Overview

This session provides an in-depth overview of Diabetes Mellitus, focusing on the biological, clinical, and translational research aspects of the disease. It highlights emerging scientific discoveries, novel biomarkers, and modern research methodologies that contribute to improved diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies.


Key Topics

Insulin Regulation and Function: Insulin plays a central role in maintaining glucose homeostasis by promoting glucose uptake into peripheral tissues. Disruptions in insulin secretion or action form the foundation of diabetes pathogenesis.


Hyperglycemia and Metabolic Dysregulation: Persistent elevation of blood glucose levels is a defining characteristic of diabetes and contributes to oxidative stress, vascular damage, and long-term organ complications.


Acute and Chronic Diabetic Complications: Poor glycemic control can lead to acute metabolic emergencies and chronic complications affecting the cardiovascular, renal, neural, and visual systems.


Blood Glucose Homeostasis: Maintaining stable blood glucose levels is essential for preventing disease progression and minimizing complications through pharmacological and lifestyle interventions.


Lifestyle, Environment, and Disease Risk: Sedentary behavior, dietary patterns, and environmental factors significantly influence diabetes risk and disease severity, emphasizing the importance of preventive strategies.


Learning Objectives

Participants will understand the genetic and molecular basis of diabetes and how heredity contributes to disease susceptibility. The session aims to enhance knowledge of genetic testing, counseling, and personalized medicine approaches. Attendees will learn how genetic discoveries can improve early diagnosis and guide targeted treatment strategies. The session also emphasizes the role of gene-environment interactions and epigenetic mechanisms in diabetes development.