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How does fat impact brain metabolism?

The purpose of this research study is to examine the impact of fat exposure on sugar metabolism in the human brain.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 45 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Brain, Head, Nervous System
  • Eating, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  • Healthy Volunteer or General Population
  • Obesity
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How do APOE genetic variants impact brain metabolism?

The purpose of this research study is to measure the effect of a genetic variation in the APOE gene and obesity on how sugar enters and is used by the human brain.

Age & Gender
  • 30 years ~ 35 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Brain, Head, Nervous System
  • Eating, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  • Healthy Volunteer or General Population
  • Obesity
Open

Insulin Pump and Continuous Glucose Monitor Study

If you have type 2 diabetes and use insulin, this study is a great opportunity to try out an insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor. If you are interested in learning more, please contact us!

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 75 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Diabetes
Not currently enrolling

Semaglutide weight loss study

Assessing the safety and effectiveness of a higher dose of semaglutide for weight loss

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female
Study Interest
  • Obesity
Not currently enrolling

Type 2 Diabetes Weight Loss Study

Assessing the safety and effectiveness of a higher dose of semaglutide for weight loss and HbA1c reduction

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female
Study Interest
  • Diabetes
  • Obesity
Not currently enrolling

CagriSema Weight Loss Trial

In this research study, we want to see how a combination of two medications (cagrilintide and semaglutide) impacts weight loss in people who are overweight or obese.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Chronic Conditions
  • Eating, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  • Obesity
Open

Type 1 Diabetes Registry

Have you or your child been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes during the past 12 months? Are you interested in helping researchers learn more about how to delay or prevent type 1 diabetes or how to treat type 1 diabetes? Join a registry to be notified of future opportunities to participate in type 1 diabetes research!

Age & Gender
  • 1 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Child and Teen Health
  • Diabetes
  • UNC or UNC Health employees
  • and 3 more
Visit Location
100% Remote (online, phone, text)
Not currently enrolling

Weight loss study for people with Specific Specific Gene Defects in the Melanocortin-4 Receptor Pathway

In this study, we want to learn more about how people with genetic defects in the melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) pathway may lose weight when taking a drug called setmelanotide.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Blood Conditions
  • Genetics and Genetic Disorders
  • UNC or UNC Health employees
  • and 3 more
Open

Diabetes Prevention and Treatment Research Study

If you have been diagnosed with prediabetes or Type 2 Diabetes, you may be able to participate in a study to help us learn if drawing blood can help to improve blood sugar control and liver health.

Age & Gender
  • 40 years ~ 75 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Diabetes
By physician referral or invitation only

Rare and Atypical Diabetes Network

This study aims to define new forms of diabetes that are not yet understood. Participants will be asked to provide medical and family history and may be asked to have clinical lab testing performed.

Age & Gender
  • 0 years ~ 80 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Diabetes
Visit Location
100% Remote (online, phone, text)
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