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Thaïs Rouquet1, Marion S Bonnet, Clément Pierre
1Biomeostasis, Nutritional Behavior & Metabolic Disorders, Faculty of Sciences & Technology Service B52, Escadrille Normandie-Niemen Avenue, Aix-Marseilles University, 13397 Marseilles, France.
New drug targets for type 2 diabetes (T2D) show promise for improved glycemic control. Research highlights central nervous system (CNS) targets for novel T2D and obesity treatments.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Pharmacology
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a global epidemic affecting over 285 million people.
- Current T2D treatments offer partial glycemic control, necessitating novel therapeutic strategies.
- Emerging research focuses on central nervous system (CNS) targets for T2D management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent patents on novel therapeutic targets for T2D.
- To explore both peripheral and central targets for T2D treatment.
- To identify potential new drug candidates for T2D and obesity.
Main Methods:
- Patent literature review focused on T2D therapeutics.
- Analysis of patents disclosing peripheral and CNS targets.
- Identification of compounds targeting feeding, body weight, and glucoregulation.
Main Results:
- Recent patents reveal promising new targets for T2D treatment.
- CNS targets involved in feeding and weight control also impact glucoregulation.
- Potential for dual-action drugs treating both T2D and obesity.
Conclusions:
- Novel therapeutic strategies for T2D are emerging from patent disclosures.
- CNS-targeted therapies offer a promising avenue for managing T2D and obesity.
- Future drug development may leverage these targets for improved patient outcomes.
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