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Scientists discover a hidden cause of type 2 diabetes

Scientists at City of Hope have discovered a gene that plays a surprising role in the development of type 2 diabetes (T2D). The gene, called SMOC1, seems to cause certain cells in the pancreas—normally responsible for lowering blood sugar—to start doing the opposite and raise blood sugar instead. These findings could open the door to […] The post Scientists discover a hidden cause of type 2 diabetes appeared first on Knowridge Science Report.
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Knowridge Science Report broke the news in on Saturday, January 3, 2026.
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