https://simplecast.com Diabetes: From Beta Cells to Bicycles In our podcast, host Krista Lamb sits down with prominent diabetes researchers in British Columbia, Canada. Krista discusses the many aspects of diabetes research and the exciting work being done by members of the BC Diabetes Research Network. Our podcast title “From Beta Cells to Bicycles” refers to the multi-disciplinary nature of diabetes research in BC – from laboratory discoveries to nutrition and exercise sciences– the BC Diabetes Research Network researchers are working on many fronts to expand what we know about diabetes, while working towards a cure. 2023 BC Diabetes Research Network en Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:15 +0000 https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com Diabetes: From Beta Cells to Bicycles https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/16007ab4-fdc0-424c-b71f-cdcd33884b6b/7b92fd1e-cb9f-4695-9bda-2f38a42886c1/3000x3000/bt1dcfkfpodcasttile1.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com episodic In our podcast, host Krista Lamb sits down with prominent diabetes researchers in British Columbia, Canada. Krista discusses the many aspects of diabetes research and the exciting work being done by members of the BC Diabetes Research Network. Our podcast title “From Beta Cells to Bicycles” refers to the multi-disciplinary nature of diabetes research in BC – from laboratory discoveries to nutrition and exercise sciences– the BC Diabetes Research Network researchers are working on many fronts to expand what we know about diabetes, while working towards a cure. BC Diabetes Research Network, University of British Columbia false https://feeds.simplecast.com/i2MHhiM1 british columbia, diabetes, diabetes research, exercise, health, medicine, nutrition, research, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, ubc, university of british columbia, cell therapy, beta cell, islet BC Diabetes Research Network diabetes@bcchr.ca 4d4dec3e-f721-42af-821d-9e4fe4ea1b44 From Lab to Life Dr. Francis Lynn and Dr. Jim Johnson talk to host Krista Lamb about how to connect the public with cutting-edge research.

This episode delves into the ground-breaking research from Dr. Lynn and Dr. Johnson, who are leading efforts to develop new, cost-effective cellular therapies aimed at providing long-lasting insulin independence for individuals with type 1 diabetes. They discuss strategies for translating scientific advances into public benefit, including outreach, fundraising, and real-world application.

Learn more about the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia on their website: https://breakthrought1d.med.ubc.ca/

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Dr. Francis Lynn, Krista Lamb, Dr. Jim Johnson) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/from-lab-to-life-avDd_8qF Dr. Francis Lynn and Dr. Jim Johnson talk to host Krista Lamb about how to connect the public with cutting-edge research.

This episode delves into the ground-breaking research from Dr. Lynn and Dr. Johnson, who are leading efforts to develop new, cost-effective cellular therapies aimed at providing long-lasting insulin independence for individuals with type 1 diabetes. They discuss strategies for translating scientific advances into public benefit, including outreach, fundraising, and real-world application.

Learn more about the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia on their website: https://breakthrought1d.med.ubc.ca/

]]> From Lab to Life Dr. Francis Lynn, Krista Lamb, Dr. Jim Johnson 00:36:01 Dr. Francis Lynn and Dr. Jim Johnson talk to host Krista Lamb about how to connect the public with cutting-edge research. Dr. Francis Lynn and Dr. Jim Johnson talk to host Krista Lamb about how to connect the public with cutting-edge research. false full 3 4 83691f68-ffa5-41f7-8dc2-9345561b8cc8 Voices of Experience From Beta Cells to Bicycles Presents a short series on the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia.

Members of the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia T1D Lived Experience Advisory Group discuss meaningful collaboration between researchers and individuals with lived experience.

Host Krista Lamb chats with Lindsay Pallo, Ramya Hosak and Beth Miller about inclusion, trust-building, and co-design.

Learn more about the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia on their website: https://breakthrought1d.med.ubc.ca/

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Krista Lamb) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/voices-of-experience-OZw4_eM0 From Beta Cells to Bicycles Presents a short series on the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia.

Members of the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia T1D Lived Experience Advisory Group discuss meaningful collaboration between researchers and individuals with lived experience.

Host Krista Lamb chats with Lindsay Pallo, Ramya Hosak and Beth Miller about inclusion, trust-building, and co-design.

Learn more about the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia on their website: https://breakthrought1d.med.ubc.ca/

]]> Voices of Experience Krista Lamb 00:36:07 Members of the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia T1D Lived Experience Advisory Group discuss meaningful collaboration between researchers and individuals with lived experience. Members of the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia T1D Lived Experience Advisory Group discuss meaningful collaboration between researchers and individuals with lived experience. false full 2 4 29d621e2-48db-4700-afdc-ae452dd081e3 Co-Leadership in Research From Beta Cells to Bicycles Presents a short series on the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia.

Dr. Megan Levings and Dr. Bruce Verchere, who are co-leaders of the Centre of Excellence, explore what shared leadership looks like in practice.

In this conversation with host Krista Lamb, Dr. Levings and Dr. Verchere explore partnership models, team synergy, and decision-making between researchers and community partners. They also discuss their own research and how it contributes to our understanding of type 1 diabetes. 

Learn more about the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia on their website: https://breakthrought1d.med.ubc.ca/

]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Krista Lamb, Dr. Bruce Verchere, Dr. Megan Levings) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/co-leadership-in-research-vsYasmYi From Beta Cells to Bicycles Presents a short series on the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia.

Dr. Megan Levings and Dr. Bruce Verchere, who are co-leaders of the Centre of Excellence, explore what shared leadership looks like in practice.

In this conversation with host Krista Lamb, Dr. Levings and Dr. Verchere explore partnership models, team synergy, and decision-making between researchers and community partners. They also discuss their own research and how it contributes to our understanding of type 1 diabetes. 

Learn more about the Breakthrough T1D Canucks for Kids Fund Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia on their website: https://breakthrought1d.med.ubc.ca/

]]> Co-Leadership in Research Krista Lamb, Dr. Bruce Verchere, Dr. Megan Levings 00:29:08 Dr. Megan Levings and Dr. Bruce Verchere discuss how co-leadership and collaboration are essential in advancing research goals. Dr. Megan Levings and Dr. Bruce Verchere discuss how co-leadership and collaboration are essential in advancing research goals. breakthrough t1d, diabetes research, type 1 diabetes, diabetes false full 1 4 f4fa815c-68ff-443a-8699-e99912cf1e30 Olivia Wu On this episode, host Krista Lamb chats with registered dietitian Olivia Wu about sustainable nutrition and type 2 diabetes.

Olivia Wu is a certified diabetes educator and master’s student in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at the University of British Columbia, under the supervision of our previous guest Dr. Tamara Cohen. 
 

]]> Thu, 7 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Krista Lamb, Olivia Wu) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/olivia-wu-UCKhHc1g On this episode, host Krista Lamb chats with registered dietitian Olivia Wu about sustainable nutrition and type 2 diabetes.

Olivia Wu is a certified diabetes educator and master’s student in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at the University of British Columbia, under the supervision of our previous guest Dr. Tamara Cohen. 
 

]]> Olivia Wu Krista Lamb, Olivia Wu 00:13:13 On this episode, host Krista Lamb chats with registered dietitian Olivia Wu about sustainable nutrition and type 2 diabetes. On this episode, host Krista Lamb chats with registered dietitian Olivia Wu about sustainable nutrition and type 2 diabetes. false full 7 3 f9752125-d38e-4912-9c5a-4996a4beb4f5 Dr. Tamara Cohen On this episode, Dr. Tamara Cohen joins host Krista Lamb to talk about her research and work developing an app that supports healthy eating in a way that’s inclusive, supportive and easy.

Dr. Cohen is the Director of Dietetics and an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Land and Food Systems.

]]> Tue, 6 Feb 2024 17:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Krista Lamb, Dr. Tamara Cohen) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-tamara-cohen-3MNP6yeM On this episode, Dr. Tamara Cohen joins host Krista Lamb to talk about her research and work developing an app that supports healthy eating in a way that’s inclusive, supportive and easy.

Dr. Cohen is the Director of Dietetics and an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Land and Food Systems.

]]> Dr. Tamara Cohen Krista Lamb, Dr. Tamara Cohen 00:18:27 On this episode, Dr. Tamara Cohen joins host Krista Lamb to talk about her research and work developing an app that supports healthy eating in a way that’s inclusive, supportive and easy. On this episode, Dr. Tamara Cohen joins host Krista Lamb to talk about her research and work developing an app that supports healthy eating in a way that’s inclusive, supportive and easy. false full 6 3 38f8bbba-2cc2-4456-9f62-ad38e9a7b84c Dr. Graydon Meneilly Older adults with type 2 diabetes face unique challenges—and they’re often a very under-studied group. Dr. Graydon Meneilly has spent more than four decades studying diabetes and carbohydrate metabolism in the elderly in order to improve treatments and outcomes.

Dr. Meneilly  is a gerontologist and a professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia.

]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:20:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Krista Lamb, Dr. Graydon Meneilly) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-graydon-meneilly-B5OTp4HP Older adults with type 2 diabetes face unique challenges—and they’re often a very under-studied group. Dr. Graydon Meneilly has spent more than four decades studying diabetes and carbohydrate metabolism in the elderly in order to improve treatments and outcomes.

Dr. Meneilly  is a gerontologist and a professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia.

]]> Dr. Graydon Meneilly Krista Lamb, Dr. Graydon Meneilly 00:21:11 Older adults with type 2 diabetes face unique challenges—and they’re often a very under-studied group. Dr. Graydon Meneilly has spent more than four decades studying diabetes and carbohydrate metabolism in the elderly in order to improve treatments and outcomes. Older adults with type 2 diabetes face unique challenges—and they’re often a very under-studied group. Dr. Graydon Meneilly has spent more than four decades studying diabetes and carbohydrate metabolism in the elderly in order to improve treatments and outcomes. false full 5 3 0c3676a5-1196-4184-b5cd-510652258386 Dr. Annalijn Conklin While genetics play a role in type 2 diabetes development and risk, so too does the world around us. Everything from minimum wage, to government policy, to how we manage major life transitions can impact our T2D risk. Epidemiologist Dr. Annalijn Conklin explains their work using factors like these to try and improve health outcomes. 

Dr. Conklin is an associate professor at UBC in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and leads a program of social epidemiology and metabolic outcomes research (SEMOR) to support healthy aging and reduce heart health inequities in women in Canada.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Annalijn Conklin, Krista Lamb) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-annalijn-conklin-clMK_Ydx While genetics play a role in type 2 diabetes development and risk, so too does the world around us. Everything from minimum wage, to government policy, to how we manage major life transitions can impact our T2D risk. Epidemiologist Dr. Annalijn Conklin explains their work using factors like these to try and improve health outcomes. 

Dr. Conklin is an associate professor at UBC in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and leads a program of social epidemiology and metabolic outcomes research (SEMOR) to support healthy aging and reduce heart health inequities in women in Canada.

]]> Dr. Annalijn Conklin Annalijn Conklin, Krista Lamb 00:26:36 While genetics play a role in type 2 diabetes development and risk, so too does the world around us. Everything from minimum wage, to government policy, to how we manage major life transitions can impact our T2D risk. Epidemiologist Dr. Annalijn Conklin explains their work using factors like these to try and improve health outcomes. While genetics play a role in type 2 diabetes development and risk, so too does the world around us. Everything from minimum wage, to government policy, to how we manage major life transitions can impact our T2D risk. Epidemiologist Dr. Annalijn Conklin explains their work using factors like these to try and improve health outcomes. false full 4 3 bbb3df18-620f-4386-94b7-96ecab3f89b3 Dr. William Gibson Medical genetics may be able to help us better predict the risk of type 2 diabetes, and maybe even how to modify risk. Dr. William Gibson discusses his research in this area, as well as what he has learned from studying the genetics behind very unique forms of diabetes.

Dr. Gibson is an Investigator at the BC Children's Hospital, a Senior Clinician Scientist at the Laboratory for Obesity Genetics and Indirect Calorimetry (LOGIC) at BC Children's Hospital Research Institute. In addition, he is a Professor in the Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia.

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 17:30:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Krista Lamb, William Gibson) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-william-gibson-Y_bhJyzE Medical genetics may be able to help us better predict the risk of type 2 diabetes, and maybe even how to modify risk. Dr. William Gibson discusses his research in this area, as well as what he has learned from studying the genetics behind very unique forms of diabetes.

Dr. Gibson is an Investigator at the BC Children's Hospital, a Senior Clinician Scientist at the Laboratory for Obesity Genetics and Indirect Calorimetry (LOGIC) at BC Children's Hospital Research Institute. In addition, he is a Professor in the Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia.

]]> Dr. William Gibson Krista Lamb, William Gibson 00:26:33 Medical genetics may be able to help us better predict the risk of type 2 diabetes, and maybe even how to modify risk. Dr. William Gibson discusses his research in this area, as well as what he has learned from studying the genetics behind very unique forms of diabetes. Medical genetics may be able to help us better predict the risk of type 2 diabetes, and maybe even how to modify risk. Dr. William Gibson discusses his research in this area, as well as what he has learned from studying the genetics behind very unique forms of diabetes. false full 3 3 bf450b1f-60f6-4076-b458-8bcb0d0bcf3f Dr. Angela Devlin By studying the biological differences between people from different sexes, could we find ways to improve health outcomes for women and their children? Dr. Angela Devlin is trying to find out. From gestational diabetes to the role of folate in our pancreas, she has much to share about this work.

Dr. Devlin  is a Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, an Investigator at the BC Children's Hospital, Co-Director of the Women+ and Children’s Health Research Graduate Program at the University of British Columbia, and Director of the Healthy Starts Research Theme at the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute.

]]> Thu, 9 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Angela Devlin, Krista Lamb) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-angela-devlin-bpkr1cGu By studying the biological differences between people from different sexes, could we find ways to improve health outcomes for women and their children? Dr. Angela Devlin is trying to find out. From gestational diabetes to the role of folate in our pancreas, she has much to share about this work.

Dr. Devlin  is a Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, an Investigator at the BC Children's Hospital, Co-Director of the Women+ and Children’s Health Research Graduate Program at the University of British Columbia, and Director of the Healthy Starts Research Theme at the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute.

]]> Dr. Angela Devlin Angela Devlin, Krista Lamb 00:22:08 By studying the biological differences between people from different sexes, could we find ways to improve health outcomes for women and their children? Dr. Angela Devlin is trying to find out. From gestational diabetes to the role of folate in our pancreas, she has much to share about this work. By studying the biological differences between people from different sexes, could we find ways to improve health outcomes for women and their children? Dr. Angela Devlin is trying to find out. From gestational diabetes to the role of folate in our pancreas, she has much to share about this work. false full 2 3 3a43e006-ddce-4dd1-8906-47187e78f0fe Dr. Elizabeth Rideout For far too long, biological sex differences were not factored into research projects. Scientists like Dr. Elizabeth Rideout are changing that. In this episode, Dr. Rideout, an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia's Department of Cellular and Physiological Services, explains the work her lab is doing, including studies into the different ways male and female beta cells respond to stress in type 2 diabetes.

]]> Thu, 2 Nov 2023 13:30:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Elizabeth Rideout, Krista Lamb) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-elizabeth-rideout-JOGaH3Gn For far too long, biological sex differences were not factored into research projects. Scientists like Dr. Elizabeth Rideout are changing that. In this episode, Dr. Rideout, an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia's Department of Cellular and Physiological Services, explains the work her lab is doing, including studies into the different ways male and female beta cells respond to stress in type 2 diabetes.

]]> Dr. Elizabeth Rideout Elizabeth Rideout, Krista Lamb 00:33:54 For far too long, biological sex differences were not factored into research projects. Scientists like Dr. Elizabeth Rideout are changing that. For far too long, biological sex differences were not factored into research projects. Scientists like Dr. Elizabeth Rideout are changing that. false full 1 3 0d570e80-70e6-4996-8461-6411cc12d5dc Dr. Francis Lynn Dr. Francis Lynn is an associate professor in the Department of Surgery at the School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia. 

On this episode, he and host Krista Lamb discuss his research working with beta cells and stem cells in the search for improved treatments for diabetes. 

]]> Wed, 9 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Francis Lynn, Krista Lamb) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-francis-lynn-3gF8WnPf Dr. Francis Lynn is an associate professor in the Department of Surgery at the School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia. 

On this episode, he and host Krista Lamb discuss his research working with beta cells and stem cells in the search for improved treatments for diabetes. 

]]> Dr. Francis Lynn Francis Lynn, Krista Lamb 00:13:57 Dr. Francis Lynn is an associate professor in the Department of Surgery at the School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia. He is working with beta cells and stem cells in the search for improved treatments for diabetes. Dr. Francis Lynn is an associate professor in the Department of Surgery at the School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia. He is working with beta cells and stem cells in the search for improved treatments for diabetes. diabetes research, stem cells, beta cells, diabetes false full 5 2 55ea4927-b970-4c35-a0b9-491836fa351f Dr. Brian Rodrigues Dr. Brian Rodrigues is a Professor in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia.

In this week's episode, Dr. Rodrigues and host Krista Lamb discuss his research into diabetes and the heart.

During diabetes, the heart switches to using fats exclusively as an energy supply. Dr. Rodrigues is interested in examining the mechanism of how fat fuels are provided to the heart and how excess fats can lead to cardiac disease. Appreciating this mechanism should allow the identification of novel targets for therapeutic intervention to prevent heart failure during diabetes.

 

]]> Wed, 26 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Brian Rodrigues, Krista Lamb) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-4-dr-brian-rodrigues-gbSzhSqw Dr. Brian Rodrigues is a Professor in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia.

In this week's episode, Dr. Rodrigues and host Krista Lamb discuss his research into diabetes and the heart.

During diabetes, the heart switches to using fats exclusively as an energy supply. Dr. Rodrigues is interested in examining the mechanism of how fat fuels are provided to the heart and how excess fats can lead to cardiac disease. Appreciating this mechanism should allow the identification of novel targets for therapeutic intervention to prevent heart failure during diabetes.

 

]]> Dr. Brian Rodrigues Brian Rodrigues, Krista Lamb 00:15:12 Dr. Brian Rodrigues is a Professor in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia. In this week's episode, Dr. Rodrigues and host Krista Lamb discuss his research into diabetes and the heart. Dr. Brian Rodrigues is a Professor in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia. In this week's episode, Dr. Rodrigues and host Krista Lamb discuss his research into diabetes and the heart. diabetes research, heart disease, diabetes false full 4 2 503bcca4-9e4b-49e1-bb41-f66eb7f7a072 Dr. Sarah Gray Dr. Sarah Gray is an Associate Professor in the Northern Medical Program at the University of Northern British Columbia and an Affiliate Associate Professor in the Department of Cellular & Physiological Sciences at UBC. Dr. Gray’s work examines the biological mechanisms of metabolism as it relates to obesity and type 2 diabetes.

]]> Wed, 12 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Dr. Sarah Gray, Krista Lamb) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-3-dr-sarah-gray-NRLDZMOs Dr. Sarah Gray is an Associate Professor in the Northern Medical Program at the University of Northern British Columbia and an Affiliate Associate Professor in the Department of Cellular & Physiological Sciences at UBC. Dr. Gray’s work examines the biological mechanisms of metabolism as it relates to obesity and type 2 diabetes.

]]> Dr. Sarah Gray Dr. Sarah Gray, Krista Lamb 00:18:58 Dr. Sarah Gray’s work examines the biological mechanisms of metabolism as it relates to obesity and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Sarah Gray’s work examines the biological mechanisms of metabolism as it relates to obesity and type 2 diabetes. diabetes research, adipose tissue, diabetes, ubc false full 3 2 2704d4ad-8a63-4290-8545-c7faae1a4094 Dr. Jonathan Little Dr. Jonathan Little is an associate professor at the School of Health and Exercise at the University of British Columbia. His work studies diet and exercise in type 2 diabetes. 

Little's research explores how different exercise and nutritional strategies can be used to i) prevent, treat or reverse type 2 diabetes; ii) reduce inflammation and iii) improve overall cardiometabolic health.”

]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (Krista Lamb, Dr. Jonathan Little) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-2-dr-jonathan-little-on2a3Ly1 Dr. Jonathan Little is an associate professor at the School of Health and Exercise at the University of British Columbia. His work studies diet and exercise in type 2 diabetes. 

Little's research explores how different exercise and nutritional strategies can be used to i) prevent, treat or reverse type 2 diabetes; ii) reduce inflammation and iii) improve overall cardiometabolic health.”

]]> Dr. Jonathan Little Krista Lamb, Dr. Jonathan Little 00:25:13 Dr. Jonathan Little is an Associate Professor at the School of Health and Exercise at the University of British Columbia. His work studies diet and exercise in type 2 diabetes. Dr. Jonathan Little is an Associate Professor at the School of Health and Exercise at the University of British Columbia. His work studies diet and exercise in type 2 diabetes. research, diabetes, ubc, type 2 diabetes false full 2 2 e5a14354-60e5-401b-aa5a-fea8e13835bb Dr. Mary Jung Dr. Mary Jung is an associate professor at the School of Health and Exercise at the University of British Columbia. Her major research area is self-regulation of health behaviours, with a specialization in exercise, physical activity, and dietary behaviours, and the creation of community-based interventions for individuals at risk or living with type 2 diabetes. 

]]> Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (BC Diabetes Research Network) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-1-dr-mary-jung-7s64OM_6 Dr. Mary Jung is an associate professor at the School of Health and Exercise at the University of British Columbia. Her major research area is self-regulation of health behaviours, with a specialization in exercise, physical activity, and dietary behaviours, and the creation of community-based interventions for individuals at risk or living with type 2 diabetes. 

]]> Dr. Mary Jung BC Diabetes Research Network 00:16:20 Dr. Mary Jung is an associate professor at the School of Health and Exercise at the University of British Columbia. Her research looks at type 2 diabetes and behaviour change. Dr. Mary Jung is an associate professor at the School of Health and Exercise at the University of British Columbia. Her research looks at type 2 diabetes and behaviour change. research, diabetes, ubc, type 2 diabetes false full 1 2 36d2b114-49dc-430b-ab3f-fe0cdf55b365 Dr. Rachel Murphy Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Rachel Murphy, who researches the link between nutrition and chronic diseases, including diabetes and cancer. She discusses how proper diet and nutrition can benefit overall health, and help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Learn more about Dr. Rachel Murphy and her research by clicking here and following her on Twitter.

Visit us at diabetesBC.ca and follow @BCDiabResNet for updates!

]]> Wed, 1 Apr 2020 07:05:20 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (BC Diabetes Research Network) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-6-rachel-murphy-PUqvcmAa Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Rachel Murphy, who researches the link between nutrition and chronic diseases, including diabetes and cancer. She discusses how proper diet and nutrition can benefit overall health, and help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Learn more about Dr. Rachel Murphy and her research by clicking here and following her on Twitter.

Visit us at diabetesBC.ca and follow @BCDiabResNet for updates!

]]> Dr. Rachel Murphy BC Diabetes Research Network 00:16:51 Host Krista Lamb talks to BC Diabetes Research Network researcher Dr. Rachel Murphy. Host Krista Lamb talks to BC Diabetes Research Network researcher Dr. Rachel Murphy. false full 6 1 a7ea9e67-e33f-4ed7-a4b6-5612c833506b Dr. Robert Boushel Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Robert Boushel, whose research focuses on the effects of exercise on diabetes and other metabolic syndromes. He describes his systems-wide approach to exercise research, and the recent studies indicating that exercise can lead to the remission of type 2 diabetes in adults.

Learn more about Dr. Robert Boushel and his research by clicking here and following him on Twitter.

Visit us at diabetesBC.ca and follow @BCDiabResNet for updates!

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2020 07:05:29 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (BC Diabetes Research Network) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-5-robert-boushel-KxV21RLM Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Robert Boushel, whose research focuses on the effects of exercise on diabetes and other metabolic syndromes. He describes his systems-wide approach to exercise research, and the recent studies indicating that exercise can lead to the remission of type 2 diabetes in adults.

Learn more about Dr. Robert Boushel and his research by clicking here and following him on Twitter.

Visit us at diabetesBC.ca and follow @BCDiabResNet for updates!

]]> Dr. Robert Boushel BC Diabetes Research Network 00:19:54 Host Krista Lamb talks to BC Diabetes Research Network researcher Dr. Robert Boushel. Host Krista Lamb talks to BC Diabetes Research Network researcher Dr. Robert Boushel. false full 5 1 aa81ade0-394b-4148-8012-8dd3b4b2008b Dr. Angela Devlin Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Angela Devlin, whose academic background is in pediatric nutrition and infant metabolic development. She talks about her multi-disciplinary approach to research in obesity and risk of type 2 diabetes in children, as well as early interventions in pregnancy and early childhood diets. 

Learn more about Dr. Angela Devlin and her research by clicking here and following her on Twitter.

Visit us at diabetesBC.ca and follow @BCDiabResNet for updates!

]]> Wed, 4 Mar 2020 08:05:02 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (BC Diabetes Research Network) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-4-angela-devlin-dawvHX9c Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Angela Devlin, whose academic background is in pediatric nutrition and infant metabolic development. She talks about her multi-disciplinary approach to research in obesity and risk of type 2 diabetes in children, as well as early interventions in pregnancy and early childhood diets. 

Learn more about Dr. Angela Devlin and her research by clicking here and following her on Twitter.

Visit us at diabetesBC.ca and follow @BCDiabResNet for updates!

]]> Dr. Angela Devlin BC Diabetes Research Network 00:16:51 Host Krista Lab talks to BC Diabetes Research Network researcher Dr. Angela Devlin. Host Krista Lab talks to BC Diabetes Research Network researcher Dr. Angela Devlin. false full 4 1 0384cd0d-a5b9-4f9b-a4f4-27d17f4c4df7 Dr. Jim Johnson Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Jim Johnson, whose lab studies the basics of beta cell biology, and the whole-body impacts of dysfunctional beta cells using multi-disciplinary approaches. He discusses the recent shift towards beta cell research in understanding both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Learn more about Dr. Jim Johnson and his research by clicking here and following him on Twitter.

Visit us at diabetesBC.ca and follow @BCDiabResNet for updates!

]]> Wed, 19 Feb 2020 08:05:05 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (BC Diabetes Research Network) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-3-jim-johnson-HdTKbZ9Y Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Jim Johnson, whose lab studies the basics of beta cell biology, and the whole-body impacts of dysfunctional beta cells using multi-disciplinary approaches. He discusses the recent shift towards beta cell research in understanding both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Learn more about Dr. Jim Johnson and his research by clicking here and following him on Twitter.

Visit us at diabetesBC.ca and follow @BCDiabResNet for updates!

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]]> Wed, 5 Feb 2020 08:05:07 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (BC Diabetes Research Network) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-2-priye-iworima-KASp0Y3B Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network trainee and UBC PhD student Priye Iworima, who works in Dr. Timothy Kieffer’s lab at UBC’s Life Sciences Institute. Her current research involves using stem cells to generate insulin-producing cells, and optimizing the process for potential replacement cell therapy in patients living with type 1 diabetes.

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]]> Wed, 15 Jan 2020 08:05:08 +0000 diabetes@bcchr.ca (BC Diabetes Research Network) https://diabetes-from-beta-cells-to-bicycles.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-1-bruce-verchere-5O7INXzi In our first episode, host Krista Lamb talks to BC Diabetes Research Network lead and UBC professor Dr. Bruce Verchere, who introduces the network and its goal of bringing diabetes researchers together to ultimately find a cure for diabetes. He also describes his lab’s ongoing research on beta cell function and biomarkers to better understand and predict diabetes.

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