It took us 20 years to identify (the gene) – I don't think it will take 20 years for the next one. They will yield their secrets sooner because of technology. |
The state of Texas, the nation, isn't prepared for what's going to happen with diabetes … we're in for a rocky road if we don't figure out in the next decade or so how to prevent this. I'm an optimist – I think we'll figure it out. |
We committed that when we came, we would stay. So many researchers do studies and then leave, but we wanted to integrate into the community. |
We talk about leaving no genetic stone unturned. I'm optimistic that we'll be able to understand the genes involved (in diabetes) … even if we can just prevent or delay the onset of diabetes, even by two or three years, it would have a huge impact financially, on families, on everyone. |