Study to search for early signs of peripheral neuropathy in people with diabetes

Griffith Enterprise
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Researchers at Griffith University will undertake a comprehensive assessment of nerve function of people with diabetes to learn more about the onset of peripheral neuropathy. Neuropathy is the highest reported complication of diabetes worldwide. The most common form of neuropathy is distal symmetrical neuropathy. It causes significant suffering, including loss of sensation in the feet […]

New approach to managing exercise in people with diabetic neuropathy

Griffith Enterprise
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A new Griffith University study will test a novel way to manage exercise for people suffering from diabetic neuropathy using digital technology, wearable devices and exercise counselling. Diabetic neuropathy is one of the most common long-term complications of diabetes. Symptoms develop gradually and can be painful (e.g. aching, shooting pain or sensitivity to touch) or […]

Leading scientist to head Griffith’s Eskitis Institute

The new Director for the Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery, Professor Jennifer Martin
Corporate
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Griffith University has attracted a scientist with expertise in antibacterial discovery and insulin signalling to head its world-renowned Eskitis Institute for Drug Discovery. New Director, Professor Jennifer Martin, with a 20 year career in research, is an ARC Laureate Fellow and Queensland Smart Women Smart State Award Winner. She says she is very proud to […]