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Camillo Ricordi, M.D.,
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A recognized world leader in cure-focused diabetes research, pioneering new cell-based therapies to restore insulin production.

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DRI Scientists to Present Findings
at Major International Conferences

DRI scientists will report on their latest research aimed at reversing diabetes at two prestigious international conferences: the American Transplant Congress and the 69th Scientific Sessions of the Annual American Diabetes Association.
>> Read about research being presented


Former Miss America
Nicole Johnson Visits DRI


Nicole Johnson, with DRI Scientific
Director Camillo Ricordi, M.D.

Johnson, who has type 1 diabetes, learns
about the latest, exciting research projects.
>> Read News Release

"Amazing Journeys to Conquer Diabetes"

Magazine profiles the personal commitment
and passion driving DRI Scientific Director Camillo Ricordi, M.D. and leading researcher Norma S. Kenyon, Ph.D.
>>Read the article
>>Read interview with Camillo Ricordi, M.D.
>>Read interview with Norma Kenyon, Ph.D.

DRI Hails Reversal of Stem Cell Policy

President Obama's executive order greeted as "excellent news" by DRI scientists
aggressively pursuing stem cell research.
>>Read News Release
>>See media coverage
>>Learn the basics about stem cells
>>Read about DRI's progress using protein therapy with stem cells
>>Hear podcast from stem cell researcher

How Does Exercise Impact
Autoimmune Disease?

Olympic swimmer and DRI Board member Gary Hall to serve as spokesman for new study in Miami, Italy.
>>Read News Release

DRI Researcher Wins Prestigious "Pathfinder" Award

Biomedical Engineer Cherie Stabler, Ph.D., is
one of 10 scientists nationwide to win Type 1 Diabetes Pathfinder Award from National
Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and
Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).
>>Read News Release

Hear the Latest from the Labs

Diabetes Research Institute scientists discuss their cure-focused research
in series of podcasts.

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Pop Star Nick Jonas
Lobbies for Diabetes Research

He testifies on behalf of kids with diabetes
across the nation.
>>Read New York Times article

Win Jonas Brothers VIP Concert Tickets -- and Support the DRI


Enter a raffle to win four tickets to a sold
out Jonas Brothers concert -- plus VIP
access to the sound check! Proceeds to
support the Diabetes Research Institute.
>>See more about the raffle
>>Buy raffle tickets now


Walgreens of South Florida Joins the Mission to Cure Diabetes Now

Fundraising and awareness efforts are taking place in 265 stores.
>>Read News Release


DRI Foundation Earns 4-Star Rating
from Charity Navigator

Wins top rating for financial management for third year in a row. Only 11% of evaluated charities are so honored.
>>See review on Charity Navigator website
>>Read News Release


Supermodel Named DRI's
International Ambassador

Brazilian supermodel Izabel Goulart, whose brother has type 1 diabetes, will be raising awareness and funds to help the DRI find a cure.
>> Watch video of Izabel touring DRI
>> Read News Release

 
Izabel Goulart with DRI 
Foundation President 
and CEO Robert A. 
Pearlman

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