Taking a unique and unrivalled approach, this book provides a state-of-the-art overview of research into type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and discusses the scientific goals to achieve in the next century. It comprehensively covers all areas of diabetes mellitus including pathogenesis of type 1, animal models of diabetes, management of type 2 diabetes and diabetic complications. With contributions from distinguished international scientists, this book is set to become a major work within the field. It will be essential for all members of the diabetes specialist team (doctors, clinicians, GPs and nurses) as well as those, such a chiropodists and nutritionists, who are involved in the care of people with diabetes.