Search for dissertations about: "Pim Pieter Van Krieken"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Pim Pieter Van Krieken.

2. 1. In vivo regulation of pancreatic beta cell function

   Author : Pim Pieter van Krieken; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Pancreatic beta cells within the islets of Langerhans contribute to the regulation of glucose homeostasis by secretion of insulin, a hormone that stimulates the uptake of glucose by liver, muscle and fat tissue. In response to variations in insulin demand, the beta cell population can adapt by (1) changing the total beta cell mass, and (2) modulating the functional capacity of individual beta cells. READ MORE