Peter Flatt

Professor Peter Flatt is a distinguished academic at Ulster University's School of Biomedical Sciences, where he has served as Full Professor since 1989. With a PhD from Aston University and postdoctoral experience at Uppsala University, he leads the Diabetes Research Group and previously directed the Biomedical Sciences Research Centre. His extensive affiliations include founding chairmanship of the EASD Islet Study Group and executive roles in Diabetes UK.

Professor Flatt's research focuses on:

• Insulin secretion mechanisms and pancreatic islet cell function
• Development of antidiabetic drugs and gene therapies
• Therapeutic applications of brain and gut peptides
• Metabolic adaptations in diabetes and obesity

His recent publications demonstrate ongoing innovation in peptide therapeutics and islet cell biology.

Honors and awards recognizing his contributions:

• Biochemical Society Medal (2005)
• Royal Irish Academy membership (2006)
• Dorothy Hodgkin Award (2008)
• Mary Jane Kugal Award (1999)

Professor Flatt currently supervises PhD candidates including Asif Ali and Husaina Anchau Garba, while directing multiple active research projects funded by Diabetes UK and JDRF. As head of the Diabetes Research Group, he oversees investigations into gut hormone therapies and beta-cell preservation strategies.