The project will study how elevated glucose and insulin levels – the primary characteristics of Type 2 diabetes – are linked to increased risk of breast and prostate cancers. Firstly, the project will elucidate novel mechanisms of glucose- and insulin-stimulated glucose supply to and growth of breast and prostate cancer cells. Secondly, an animal models of Type 2 diabetes will be used to study how glucose and insulin promote breast and prostate tumour growth. Traditionally, diabetes and cancer have been viewed and treated as separate entities. Outcomes of the research may thus have significant implications for patient wellbeing.

Dr Suzanne Rogers PhD
Research Fellow/
Research Group Leader
The University of Melbourne