Glucose-regulating nanogel keeps blood sugar in the sweet spot

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System prevents hyperglycemia in rats by acting like an artificial liver

Researchers in Canada have developed a non-hormonal, insulin-free treatment for hyperglycemia using a glucose-responsive nanogel. It can be injected to keep blood sugar levels within a healthy range, and could treat diabetes in insulin-resistant patients.