Testosterone intervention for the prevention of diabetes mellitus in high risk men: a randomised trial [ 2012 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Gary Wittert (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Carolyn Allan ,  Dr Joey Kaye ,  Prof Alicia Jenkins ,  Prof Bronwyn Stuckey
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Brief description Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is increasingly common, costly and deadly. Some men at risk of T2DM have low testosterone (T) levels. Our preliminary data suggests that T treatment may prevent the development of T2DM, and improve cardiovascular and sexual function, body composition and bone density, and mood. This remains to be fully tested in a randomized placebo-controlled trial, and this project will do so in a 2-year study of T treatment compared to placebo in men at risk of T2DM participating in a lifestyle program.

Funding Amount $AUD 5,054,654.07

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant