Massive gene study aims to unlock diabetes secrets in africans

NCT ID NCT00837122

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at how genes and lifestyle affect type 2 diabetes in African populations, especially the Yoruba people in Nigeria. Researchers will compare 300 people with diabetes to 300 without, using blood samples and health data. The goal is to find genetic clues that could lead to better prevention and treatment for diabetes worldwide.

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University of Ghana
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Accra, Ghana
University of Ibadan
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Ibadan, Nigeria

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University of Lagos
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Lagos, Nigeria
University of Nigeria
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Enugu, Nigeria
University of Science and Tech
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Kumasi, Ghana

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