New research in by Alexander Krawzow et al. finds 11-deoxycortisol had the strongest diagnostic performance for adrenal insufficiency in the overnight oral metyrapone test. Other hormone measurements and pituitary function tests may provide useful additional information. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

New review in our Barocrinology collection: Wei Yang & Tricia M-M Tan explore post-bariatric hypoglycaemia, from altered gut physiology and incretin responses to emerging roles for serotonin, bile acids and the microbiome, alongside mechanism-based treatment strategies. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/RAF-...

Later menopause is often thought to reduce osteoporosis risk - but does that protection last into older age? A new study by Zhou et al. of 5,804 postmenopausal women found no significant association between age at menopause and osteoporosis risk. 🦴 Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

Rethinking obesity through a new endocrine lens 🔬 New commentary “A quantum approach to the endocrinology of obesity” explores the GH–IGF-1 network and its role in understanding obesity. Part of: Barocrinology: The Science of Obesity Medicine 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

New research by Moritz Schrenk et al. identifies type II muscle fiber atrophy in active endogenous Cushing's syndrome, with mitochondrial alterations that persisted after remission. The findings highlight the need for further mechanistic studies. 📖 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

New article in our Adrenal Special Collection: Can artificial intelligence transform adrenal imaging? A review by Mucha et al. explores AI's potential to improve the detection and characterisation of adrenal lesions, while outlining the challenges to clinical adoption. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-26-0267

💫 European Society of Endocrinology Member Paper Highlight Could circular RNAs improve the diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes? This systematic review identifies promising biomarker candidates. Congratulations to the authors! doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

🏆 Congratulations to Ying Ke et al.! Their paper, Predicting time to glycemic stability in hospitalized type 2 diabetes patients using insulin resistance indices, has been selected as the Q2 Editors' Choice Award in Endocrine Connections. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

New research by Yoo-Mi Kim et al: A 10-year interim analysis of over 5,000 Korean children found low rates of adverse drug reactions with recombinant human growth hormone therapy, supporting its long-term safety while highlighting the need for continued surveillance. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

How do daily rhythms in bone turnover markers affect osteoporosis treatment? Megan M. Tidd & Christine M. Swanson review the circadian regulation of bone turnover markers and its implications for clinical practice, research, and fracture healing. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

What molecular pathways connect metabolic syndrome and coronary artery disease? New research by Nuojin Wang et al. identifies ADRB2 and KDM6A as potential shared diagnostic biomarkers using integrated bioinformatics and machine learning approaches. Read the full article: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

Future fertility is an important consideration for boys undergoing gonadotoxic treatments in childhood. In this new review, Ferrari et al. explore current approaches to fertility preservation in prepubertal boys and the challenges of long-term management and follow-up. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

New study: Hans Perrild et al. provide an overview of postgraduate endocrinology training across 35 European countries, examining accreditation processes, training structures and trainee numbers. The findings may help inform future workforce planning and training standards. doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

How does pseudohypoparathyroidism (PHP1) influence growth and weight development? Yi Yang et al. developed growth charts for underage Chinese PHP1 patients, revealing early growth plateau, short stature and earlier, more persistent weight gain in PHP-1A patients. Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

🏆 @socendocrinology.bsky.social Member Paper Highlight Could once-daily low-dose prednisolone offer advantages over standard hydrocortisone replacement? Congratulations to Ssemmondo et al. on their paper's selection by the EiC and Deputy EiC of Endocrine Connections! doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

Hair loss in PCOS (now called PMOS) may signal broader endocrine and metabolic dysfunction. A new review by Farzaneh Motafeghi et al. explores how insulin resistance, inflammation and genetic susceptibility contribute to androgenetic alopecia in PMOS. Read the review here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

New research by Ying Ke et al: a predictive nomogram using the TyG index, fasting insulin, age & HbA1c may help estimate time to glycemic stability in hospitalised patients with type 2 diabetes receiving intensive insulin therapy. 🔗Read the full article: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

⏰ Last call for Editor(s)-in-Chief applications for Endocrine Connections. Applications close 31 May 2026. Help shape the future of the journal and support the global endocrinology community. Start date: 1 January 2027 Apply & learn more: ec.bioscientifica.com/page/EIC-vac...

New review by Apostolos I Gogakos et al. explores links between microplastics, nanoplastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals and bone health. Part of the Novelties in Bone and Calcium Phosphate Disorders special collection. Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

PCOS is being renamed PMOS - Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome. A global consensus reframing this complex endocrine and metabolic condition affecting 170M women worldwide. A clearer name for better diagnosis and care.

So many great conversations at #ECE2026! Thanks to everyone who’s stopped by to talk about Endocrine Connections - we’ve been delighted by the interest. Catch us on the final day tomorrow if you’re here 👋

New review article in the "Endo-ERN Vol II: Rare Diseases and Transition in Care" special collection assesses 5-year evaluation of Endo-ERN healthcare providers, focusing on on-site audits in rare endocrine care networks. By Emily K White et al. Read more: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

Endocrine Connections is heading to #ECE2026 in Prague! Come and join us at the European Congress of Endocrinology, hosted by our co-owning society, @esendocrinology.bsky.social, to chat all things publishing and research 👋 See you there!

How well are young people with rare endocrine conditions supported when moving to adult care? New research shows major gaps across Europe - including inconsistent transition models and limited coordination between services. Part of our joint Endo-ERN special collection. 🔗 doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

A new study by C J de Gans examined estradiol levels and sleep in 4,754 men and women. Overall, estradiol was not clearly linked to sleep quality or timing, though those in the highest 10% reported slightly better sleep. 🔗Read the full study: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

New research by Andrew A. Dwyer et al. evaluates a co-designed website for congenital hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. Patients were involved at every stage, the site scored >88% on quality, and 95% would recommend it. Part of Reproductive Endocrinology 2025. 🔗 Read here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

New review by Kettyuscia Coelho e Oliveira et al.: Childhood obesity may influence puberty timing in boys and girls through hormones like leptin and insulin, as well as gut microbiota. 🔗 Read the full review here: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

How does postpartum stress impact long-term reproductive health? New research by Gary Joseph et al. finds that a higher cortisol-to-cortisone ratio after childbirth is linked to lower AMH levels - even 10 years later. 🔗 Read the full article: doi.org/10.1530/EC-2...

Register now for the first webinar in our new series supporting the Endo-ERN Vol II: Rare Diseases and Transition in Care collection. Endo-ERN x Endocrine Connections: Genetic Testing Approaches as the Basis for Personalized Medicine 📅 10 June 2026 | 16:00–17:00 endo-ern.eu/event/placeh...

We’re proud to announce that our Q1 Editor's Choice Award goes to the article: “Elexacaftor–tezacaftor–ivacaftor enhances first-phase insulin secretion and improves glucose control in cystic fibrosis”. 🎉💙 Congratulations to the authors! Read the full article: doi.org/10.1530/EC-25-0690