In the constantly evolving field of medical science, research plays a crucial role in improving medical care quality and lessening the impact of many life-threatening diseases. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly highlighted the role of research. Several people with diabetes were severely affected by the new virus.

While numerous studies in the same context have proven the correlation between increased blood glucose levels and COVID-19 infection, several aspects remain unfolded. The clinicians have been striving to discover these aspects. To honour our community of clinicians for their work in the field of diabetes and its related complications, Chellaram Diabetes Institute (CDI) , in association with Docplexus , has organized the 5 th International Diabetes Summit from 12-14 th March 2021 , where the best research done by clinicians will be showcased, and awards in three different…