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Collection of Blood and Skin Samples from Patients with Hair and Skin Disorders

Condition: Hair and Skin Disorders
Investigator: Angela Christiano, PhD
Status: Currently Recruiting
The purpose of this study is to examine the causes and pathology of alopecia areata and other hair and skin disorders. Skin biopsies and blood and/or clinical information collected in the study will be used for research aiming at developing new options for the treatment of alopecia areata and other skin and hair disorders.
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Alpelisib Challenge Test (ACT)

Condition: Endocrine & Metabolic Disease
Investigator: Joshua Cook, MD, PhD
Status: Currently Recruiting
We are recruiting volunteers, aged 18-70 without diabetes, for a research study on determining how much of the blood sugar- lowering hormone insulin the body can produce in order to better identify people at risk for diabetes in the future. To do this, we will have approximately 15 participants stay for approximately 30 hours (including overnight) in the…
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Lowering Insulin to Decrease Liver Fat Production

Condition: Endocrine & Metabolic Disease
Investigator: Joshua Cook, MD, PhD
Status: Currently Recruiting
We are conducting a research study on the effect of high insulin levels on the buildup of excessive liver fat ("fatty liver disease") in people at risk for type 2 diabetes. We are seeking adult volunteers, ages 18-65, who have obesity with a body mass index of 30-45, and have been diagnosed with, or are at risk for, prediabetes and metabolic…
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