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Oslo Diabetes Research Centre unites diabetes research within Oslo University Hospital, the University of Oslo and the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
Oslo University Hospital (OUS) has announced the recipients of its award for exceptional original articles published in the autumn of 2024. This honour includes a cash prize of 50,000 NOK for the winning research group, which can be utilized for unrestricted research purposes in 2025.
Jens Petter Berg, a Professor of Clinical Biochemistry and a member of the ODRC steering committee, has been elected as UiO’s Vice-Rector with a special responsibility for Life Sciences and Health.
Kjersti Skjold Rønningen passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 66. Lars Christian Stene has written this memorial tribute about her.
At the general ass embly of the Oslo Diabetes Research Center on March 20, 2025, held at the Green Auditorium, Ullevål Hospital, Lars Christian Mørch Stene was elected as the new leader of the centre.
The Dam Foundation, one of Norway's largest health-focused charities, is offering substantial funding for diabetes research through the Norwegian Diabetes Association. Researchers can apply for up to NOK 1,500,000 via the Dam Development program and up to NOK 3,000,000 through the Dam Research program.
Explore the inspiring journey and groundbreaking research of Knut Dahl-Jørgensen, who has dedicated over 20 years to uncovering viruses as a cause of type 1 diabetes.
A study, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology in November 2024, presents findings from a longitudinal analysis of more than 100,000 children with type 1 diabetes, using data from eight national and one international pediatric diabetes registries. Covering the period from 2013 to 2022, the study focuses on changes in HbA1c levels, treatment regimens, and acute complications, highlighting the positive impact of advancements in diabetes technology.
Oslo Diabetes Research Centre is excited to announce that we are now open for applications for funding dedicated to providing time for researchers to work on applications for research funding. This program is designed to assist researchers in freeing up time from their regular work duties, allowing them to concentrate on preparing applications for significant external research grants.
Forekomsten av diabetes øker over hele verden, og 14. november markeres verdens diabetesdag. En ny studie i The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, viser at antall nye tilfeller av både diabetes type 1 og type 2 blant unge voksne ikke går ned, og i mange land fortsetter å øke.
Upcoming events
The HEDIMED project, funded by the EU, invites stakeholders including researchers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to its final event. Since its launch in 2020, HEDIMED has focused on the exposome’s impact on immune-mediated diseases such as asthma, allergies, celiac disease, and type 1 diabetes.
The Faculty of Medicine is hosting the NorDoc Summer School for PhD candidates this year – a unique opportunity for our candidates to present their own research (poster) and participate in workshops, panels, and discussions over two exciting and inspiring days together with colleagues from across the Nordic region.
The annual meeting in Oslo, scheduled for August 21st to 23rd, promises an engaging program for all attendees.