Researchers have found markers in umbilical cord blood that could predict type 1 diabetes in kids later in life. The study, published in Nature Communications, analyzed data from over 16,000 babies in Sweden and found certain proteins linked to increased risk. These markers might be influenced by exposure to “forever chemicals” during pregnancy. The team used machine learning and supercomputing power to identify these patterns, offering a potential new screening test at birth. Next steps involve exploring interventions or lifestyle changes to offset these risks.