Insulin Activity Project

Insulin is essential for diabetes management, but its stability can be affected by temperature, handling, and storage conditions. These factors may impact its effectiveness, yet current testing methods do not always detect these changes accurately.

The project Beyond Diagnostics is focused on understanding insulin instability and its impact on treatment outcomes. By using advanced analytical techniques, we investigate how insulin structure and activity change over time, aiming to improve storage recommendations and administration guidelines.

This research contributes to better diabetes care by ensuring insulin remains effective when used. Our findings will help healthcare professionals and people with diabetes make informed decisions, reduce insulin waste, and support innovation in diabetes treatment.

Project Team: Dr. Maren Schinz, Dr. Stefanie Dobitz, Danai Kokona
Funding: Diabetes Center Berne Foundation, Innosuisse Innovation project