Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago

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Diabetes is a global challenge that demands a global response. In this episode, we introduce EASD's Global Council (founded by EASD president Francesco Giorgino), a groundbreaking initiative bringing together diabetes experts from every continent to address global challenges in research and care.

Join Vivienne Parry as she speaks with Professor Francesco Giorgino (EASD President) and
Professor Leszek Czupryniak (Global Council Advisor) to learn:
• Why EASD created the Global Council
• The comprehensive Diabetologia paper on global diabetes challenges
• Critical needs: Research equity, AI, and patient registries
• Why diversity in diabetes data is urgently important
• Two-way knowledge exchange with the global south

Historic Milestone:
The EASD's first new prize in 60 years - The inaugural Global Impact Prize was awarded to Dr. Viswanathan Mohan from India for pioneering work in diabetes epidemiology and sub-types in Asia in 2025.