Ian de Boer, University of Washington (IMAGE) University of Washington Caption University of Washington kidney specialist Dr. Ian de Boer studies ways to prevent 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.