India’s first diabetes biobank has been established in Chennai by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF). It stores thousands of biological samples, including blood and DNA, to advance diabetes research.
This biobank aims to uncover how diabetes develops and progresses. Researchers will study biomarkers to predict the disease early and create personalized treatments tailored to individual needs.
With over 77 million people affected by diabetes in India, this initiative is a significant step in tackling the epidemic. It also promotes global research collaboration and innovation.
The biobank offers new hope for better diagnosis, treatment, and management of diabetes, benefiting millions in India and around the world.
