John A. Corbett, Ph.D., is the speaker for the Center for Clinical and Translational Science monthly research forum set for 4 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 5 in the Hugh Kaul Human Genetics Building Finley Conference Center. Corbett, a professor in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, considers the question: “Does somatic mtDNA mutation accumulation in beta-cells contribute to Type 2 diabetes development?”
The monthly research forum highlights significant accomplishments and opportunities in translational research.