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Scott Soleimanpour

Physician-scientist at the University of Michigan, running a lab studying pancreatic beta cell biology and mitochondrial quality control in diabetes. He offers insights into the biology of diabetes and its treatment.

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Mar 10, 2025 • 49min

Causes of Diabetes: Insulin, Mitochondria, Genetics, Metabolism | Scott Soleimanpour | 213

Scott Soleimanpour, a physician-scientist from the University of Michigan, dives deep into the complex biology of diabetes. He sheds light on the critical roles of pancreatic beta cells in blood sugar regulation and the duality of the pancreas in digestion and metabolism. The conversation reveals the rising rates of type 1 diabetes, interconnected with environmental factors beyond genetics. Soleimanpour also discusses the multifaceted causes of type 2 diabetes, emphasizing lifestyle choices, dietary habits, and the need for improved treatment strategies.