Diabetes and Cholesterol Metabolism

About Conference

We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to scientists, doctors, endocrinologists, dieticians, and scholars for the "8^th International Conference on Diabetes and Cholesterol Metabolism," scheduled from June 27-28, 2024, in London, UK. Our conference, themed "Be Stronger than Diabetes," aims to shed light on recent advancements in diabetes and cholesterol metabolism, fostering knowledge sharing among experts and empowering the next generation of scholars and researchers in this field.

The scientific sessions will delve into various aspects including diabetes mellitus, complications, endocrinology, obesity, metabolic syndrome, epidemiology, cholesterol and lipid metabolism, cardiovascular diseases, hypercholesterolemia, as well as recent advances in treatments and therapies.

We cordially invite delegates from around the globe, including scholars, researchers, students, and industrial representatives, to join us at this enlightening event. Our conference is open to diverse research methodologies, offering a platform to explore new dimensions in diabetes and metabolic diseases.

Target Audience:

• Endocrinologists
• Diabetologists
• Physicians
• Researchers
• Scientists
• Diabetes Societies and Associations
• Dietitians
• Epidemiologists
• Business and Academic Professionals
• Students
• Medical and Pharmaceutical Companies

Benefits of Attending:

• Exchange knowledge and network with leading experts in endocrinology, diabetology, and metabolic syndrome.
• Discuss strategies to combat metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
• Explore innovative ideas applicable to practice.
• Engage with fresh minds to broaden perspectives on diabetes and metabolic diseases.
• Learn about key developments and challenges from esteemed speakers.
• Experience a comprehensive agenda featuring presentations, panel discussions, roundtables, and workshops covering a range of topics.
• We eagerly anticipate your participation in Dubai, UAE, as we collectively strive to advance our understanding and management of diabetes and cholesterol metabolism.

Sessions/ Tracks

Track 01: Diabetes: Internal Medicine and Primary Care

Internists specialize in treating complex adult medical conditions, including heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and chronic lung disease. They provide comprehensive care in hospital and outpatient settings, and also engage in teaching and research.

Primary care providers serve as the first point of contact for patients in the healthcare system, offering comprehensive care and focusing on preventive measures. They diagnose and monitor conditions like diabetes, working to improve public health by ensuring access to medical services.

• Diagnosing diabetes
• Monitoring diabetes

Track 02: Diagnosis, Management and Prevention of Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a metabolic condition marked by high blood sugar levels. Insulin, responsible for transferring sugar from the bloodstream into cells for energy or storage, is either insufficiently produced or not effectively utilized by the body in diabetes. Symptoms of diabetes are linked to elevated blood sugar levels, facilitating straightforward diagnosis in most cases. The primary goal of diabetes management is to enhance the quality of life and productivity of individuals with diabetes.

Key aspects of diabetes management include education on:

• Differentiating between type 1 and type 2 diabetes
• Gestational diabetes
• Identifying risk factors and symptoms
• Monitoring blood sugar levels through random and fasting tests
• Implementing dietary and physical activity measures
• Utilizing medication for diabetes management

Track 03: Clinical Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus encompasses a spectrum of conditions marked by abnormal glucose tolerance. Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM), or type 1 diabetes, necessitates external insulin for management and was previously termed juvenile-onset diabetes. It affects around 10% of all diabetics. Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM), or type 2 diabetes, often referred to as adult-onset or maturity-onset diabetes, typically develops gradually with hyperglycemia, posing minimal risk of ketoacidosis except in severe stress situations. Clinical research in diabetes encompasses studies on the causes, mechanisms, prevention, and treatment, including medical and self-management approaches, for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes across all age groups.

Track 04:  Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes, affecting up to 10% of pregnant women annually, elevates blood sugar levels during pregnancy. It's divided into two classes: A1 managed by diet and exercise, and A2 requiring insulin or medication. Unlike type 1 diabetes, it develops late in pregnancy, reducing birth defect risks. Complications like macrosomia and hypoglycemia are controllable through strict blood sugar management upon diagnosis. Early detection and preventive measures are vital in managing gestational diabetes.

• Macrosomia
• Hypoglycemia
• Types of gestational diabetes
• GD and Birth defects

Track 05:  Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology

Hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus results from insufficient insulin (type 1) or insulin resistance (type 2). Children primarily develop type 1 diabetes, which mirrors adult cases. The endocrine system, comprising ductless glands, releases hormones directly into the bloodstream. Endocrinology investigates hormone functions and disorders.

• Endocrine Glands and Hormones
• Hormone Metabolism
• Hormonal Receptors
• Signaling Mechanisms
• Hormone Regulated Gene Expression
• Pediatric Endocrinology

Track 06: Diabetes Etiology

In medicine, etiology identifies disease causes. From the germ theory to modern insights, it's crucial for understanding disease origins. Diabetes has both disease-specific and individual-specific causes, involving genetics, environment, and lifestyle. Type 1 diabetes results from immune system attacks on pancreatic cells, while type 2 involves insulin resistance and genetic factors. Aging, inactivity, and obesity worsen insulin resistance.

• Environmental factors
• Genetic factors
• Lifestyle factors/demographics
• Disease associated with diabetes

Track 07: Epidemiology of Diabetes

Epidemiology investigates the frequency and reasons behind disease occurrences in different populations. This data informs the development and evaluation of disease prevention programs and treatment strategies. With diabetes prevalence escalating globally due to rising obesity rates and unhealthy lifestyles, understanding its epidemiology is crucial. Key categories in diabetes epidemiology include population trends, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, age and gender disparities, ethnic variations, and diabetes-related morbidity and mortality.

• Diabetes and age
• Diabetes and gender
• Diabetes and ethnic background

Track 08: Pathogenesis of Diabetes

Pathogenesis refers to the process by which a condition or disease develops, encompassing factors contributing to its onset, progression, and maintenance. In diabetes mellitus, characterized by elevated blood sugar levels, pathogenesis involves either insufficient insulin secretion or a combination of insulin resistance and inadequate insulin production. Type 1 diabetes, commonly seen in both children and adults, results from the immune system's attack on pancreatic beta cells responsible for insulin production. Conversely, insulin resistance is a primary metabolic abnormality leading to the development of type 2 diabetes. This condition arises from a series of pathophysiologic changes, each posing a risk to normal glucose regulation.

Track 09: Epigenetics and Epigenomics of Diabetes

Epigenetics investigates cellular influence on gene activity without DNA sequence changes, while epigenomics explores broader alterations in gene control. These changes are linked to conditions like prediabetes, obesity, and insulin resistance.

Diabetes, a metabolic disorder, results from genetic and environmental factors. Its global prevalence raises treatment costs and complications. The disease is attributed to genetic predisposition and significant gene alterations.

• Epigenetic Reprogramming
• Epigenetic Variation
• Epigenetic Signals

Track10: Physiology and Pathophysiology of Diabetes

Physiology studies organismal processes, including disease complexities involving multiple organs and tissues. In diabetes, insulin levels and utilization are pivotal. Type 1 lacks insulin, while type 2 involves peripheral insulin resistance. Diabetes pathophysiology, influenced by various hormones like insulin and glucagon, is intricate, with liver and renal involvement, presenting diverse patient variations.

• Managing diabetes
• Diabetes and Oxidative Stress

Track 11: Global Diabetes Market

The diabetes market has significantly matured in the past two decades due to increased innovation and modern therapeutic treatments. With the condition's prevalence and patient numbers expected to rise, it has become a lucrative market for drug developers. According to Global Data, a leading data and analytics organization, the global pharmaceutical sales related to diabetes have expanded sixfold since 2000. Additionally, the market for diabetes monitoring devices is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%, reaching $27.0 billion by 2025 from $19.7 billion in 2020.

Track 12: Diabetes Research and Case Reports

Diabetes results from insufficient insulin production or its ineffective use, causing symptoms like frequent urination and increased thirst. Clinical case reports, documenting unique patient cases, are vital for sharing new clinical insights and require patient consent and privacy considerations.

• Global Market for Diabetes Monitoring Devices
• Analysis of Global Market Trends
• Regulatory and Economic Trends Affecting the Market