Pancreatic Beta Cells, UC San Diego School of Medicine (IMAGE)

University of California - San Diego

Pancreatic Beta Cells, UC San Diego School of Medicine

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Researchers at UC San Diego School of Medicine identified pathways that regulate pancreatic beta cell (pictured in green) growth. These cells help maintain normal blood glucose levels by producing the hormone insulin.

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