Search for dissertations about: "magdalena mazur"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words magdalena mazur.

2. 1. Maf and Mitf transcription factors regulate pancreatic endocrine cell differentiation and function

   Author : Magdalena Mazur; Stamcellscentrum (SCC); []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; pancreas development; beta cells; insulin; MafA; MafB; Mitf; diabetes;

   Abstract : Diabetes - the imbalance in glucose homeostasis is partially caused by loss or dysfunction of pancreatic insulin producing β cells or development of insulin resistance. In Type 1 diabetes β cells are destroyed in the process of an autoimmune attack, whereas in Type 2 diabetes, islets produce insufficient amounts of insulin or the insulin cannot be used adequately. READ MORE