Major Advances and Discoveries in Diabetes - 2019 in Review

PURPOSE: This review is based on a recent invited lecture at the American Diabetes Association’s 79th annual Scientific Sessions entitled “Major Advances and Discoveries in Diabetes - The Year in Review.” RECENT FINDINGS: Here I provide a written account of my presentation entitled “Major Discoveries in Diabetes over the Past Year.” I highlight several recent advances in basic science that are relevant for the diabetes field, with insight into how the key takeaways impact basic science. I also speculate on how these breakthroughs challenge the field to move the basic science “discovery” into the clinic, as well as offering a perspective on unanswered questions in relation to these advances. SUMMARY: The review should in no way be taken as an endorsement of the highlighted work or a denunciation of any work not selected. Rather, it is a personal reflection that provides a glimpse into what is on the horizon in this rapidly evolving and exciting field!