Dr. Ian de Boer, University of Washington (IMAGE) University of Washington Caption Dr. Ian de Boer of the University of Washington in Seattle studies the epidemiology of diabetic kidney disease. Credit University of Washington Usage Restrictions For use by news media only. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.