Identifying predictive biomarkers for Type 2 Diabetes | HBKU
Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Identifying predictive biomarkers for Type 2 Diabetes

Led by Dr. Abdelilah Arredouani

Dr. Arredouani’s research focuses mainly on the identification of biomarkers to predict Type 2 diabetes and its complications. He combines molecular and cellular techniques with systems biology approaches, including metabolomics and miRNA profiling, in his investigations.

CURRENT RESEARCH PROJECTS
  • Fatty liver, Lifestyle and Glycaemia (FLAG): The impact of a low energy diet Intervention on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in Type 2 diabetes in Qatar.
  • Investigation of the association between low salivary alpha-amylase and risk of metabolic disorders in the Qatari population.
  • Mechanisms underlying the improvement of NAFLD by GLP-1 agonists.

Scientists

  • Dr. Abdelilah Arredouani

    Dr. Abdelilah Arredouani Senior Scientist

  • Dr. Olfa Khalifa

    Dr. Olfa Khalifa Postdoctoral Researcher

  • Neyla Al Akl

    Neyla Al Akl Senior Research Associate