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From a purely biological perspective, curing diabetes is a puzzle of cellular engineering and immune evasion. For Type 1, the scientific community is highly focused on stem cells and gene editing. If we can use CRISPR to modify stem-cell-derived beta cells so they are invisible to the immune system, we solve both the donor shortage and the need for immune-suppressing drugs. For Type 2, the science points toward metabolic rewiring, exploring how gut hormones (like GLP-1) can be harnessed to reset the body's weight and insulin sensitivity set-points.
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Supporting arguments
- Stem cell therapy removes the reliance on organ donors.
- CRISPR gene editing can make transplanted cells 'stealthy' to the immune system.
- GLP-1 receptor agonists are mimicking the natural gut signals to restore metabolic balance.
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