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Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Appoints Joshua Rednik President and CEO
HOLLYWOOD, FL – December 12, 2013 -- The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) today announced the appointment of Joshua Rednik as its new President and CEO effective January 6, 2014. Rednik brings to the organization 17 years of experience in the...

Santa Claus Can Pen a Personal Note to Your Child this Christmas
Your child's letter from Santa Claus is stamped from the North Pole! New York, NY (December 2, 2013) – Yes, Virginia (and Emma, and Maria, and Max, and Willie…), there is a Santa Claus. To prove it, Ol’ Saint Nick himself will send a personalized letter – complete...

A Message from Dr. Camillo Ricordi: Protect Our Future
The numbers are staggering. More than 370 million people are now living with diabetes and millions more are at risk. If "diabetes" was a country, it would be the third largest in the world, behind China and India. Our goal: to rid the world of this...

Ray Allen Golf Classic and Ray of Hope Luncheon Scheduled for January 27, 2014
WHAT: NBA All-Star Ray Allen and his wife, Shannon, have teamed up with South Florida philanthropists Andria and Javier Holtz and their families to co-chair the Ray Allen Golf Classic and Ray of Hope Luncheon, benefiting the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation...

Win a Cruise with Country Music Stars and Help Support the DRI
Country Cruising headliner, Trace Adkins! MIAMI, Florida - Country music fans far and wide can enter to win a seven-day excursion for two on Country Cruising’s mega-concert at sea while supporting the cure-focused work of the Diabetes Research Institute at the...

Barry Gibb Helps DRI Commemorate 40 years of Love and Hope
Music legend to give exclusive concert at Love and Hope Ball on Valentine's Weekend! HOLLYWOOD, FL - While Barry Gibb and his band have been entertaining fans in Ireland and England with The Mythology Tour recently, the ladies of Love and Hope have been preparing for...

Walgreens Market 6 and the DRIF Team Up to Support the DRI at University of Miami
ictured (l-r) are Walgreens Managers Steve Flynn and Dan Espinosa, Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) Foundation Acting President and CEO Deborah Chodrow, DRI Scientific Director Camillo Ricordi, M.D., Walgreens Market VP Roy Ripak, University of Miami President...

Distinguished Accreditations Reflect DRI’s Commitment to Quality and Advancements for Patients
These images give you a glimpse of our cGMP facility. The prestigious accreditations it received distinguishes the Institute from other cell processing centers. (July 2013) - At the DRI, our research strategy focuses on bringing promising findings from the lab to...

A PEP Talk on Kids Heading Off to College
Before heading to college, empower yourself with information. Check out the links below. Every parent worries when their children leave the nest for college. With diabetes, there are even more challenges and concerns. Everything can affect blood sugars – from...

Learn More About the IRA Rollover
Rollover! Good IRA. The IRA charitable rollover is back again! You can direct gifts to the Diabetes Research Institute and take advantage of the 2013 extension of this popular charitable giving opportunity. What Are The Benefits? • Donors can transfer up to...

Walk with Walgreens Family Fun Day & Health Fair 2013 Video
https://youtu.be/EA9giTuXxdg DOES IT LOOK LIKE FUN TO YOU? Then join us at next year's Walk with Walgreens Family Fun Day & Health Fair. (Date TBD, Spring 2014).If you're interested in gathering a family/office team or if you just want to make sure...

Diabetes Diplomats: Heroes with Heart
Ardsley Middle School Diabetes Diplomats of all ages are raising funds for the DRI in many parts of the country and even around the world. Their projects are unique, but their goal is shared. How will YOU help the DRI move closer to a cure? ...

Support our Work while doing Yours: Workplace Giving Campaigns Start Soon
Many companies encourage employees to support charitable organizations through workplace giving campaigns. These gifts are tax deductible and can be made through a payroll deduction program. Simply select the DRI Foundation from your company’s charitable...

DRIF to Present DRI BioHub at Children with Diabetes Friends for Life Conference
Families can design their own DRI BioHub replica and learn from the researchers about this promising project Look for our ad in the CWD journal. >>See a larger view here. At this year's Friends for Life Conference in Orlando, DRI scientists involved with...

Youthtopia Beverages® Teams Up With DRI Foundation
New Partnership Alerts Consumers of a Healthful Alternative in Youthtopia’s brand and its breakthrough Alley Oop® hydrating sports beverage Cleveland, OH—(June, 2013)— Youthtopia™ Beverages, with its breakthrough new and hydrating sports beverage Alley Oop™, today...

DRIF President and CEO Robert A. Pearlman Stepping Down After 20 Years
HOLLYWOOD, Florida -- May 20, 2013 – After successfully leading the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) for two decades, Robert A. Pearlman, 67, of Boca Raton, FL, announced that he will be stepping down from his position as president and CEO effective June...

Diabetes Research Institute Tests BioHub Mini Organ to Restore Natural Insulin Production in Type 1 Diabetes
Learn more about the development of the BioHub mini organ to restore natural insulin production in those living with diabetes. New platform mimics native pancreas, contains real cells to normalize blood sugar in real time Miami, FL – March 5, 2013 -- Scientists from...

Reality TV Singing Sensation Carly Rose Sonenclar Highlights Kids Party for a Cure
Carly Rose Sonenclar is coming to Kids Party for a Cure...are you? Jericho, NY (February 7, 2013) — She astounded millions across the nation with her voice and poise. Now, 13-year-old singing sensation and television reality show star Carly Rose...

British Consul-General Completes 12 Races in 2012, Presents Check to DRIF
DRIF's Deborah Chodrow and Robert A. Pearlman accept a check in the amount of $5,362 from Her Majesty's British Consul-General Kevin McGurgan.We'd like to offer a very special thank you to Kevin and everyone who supported his efforts! Hollywood, FL (January 24, 2013)...

$2 Million Gift Names Fred and Mabel R. Parks Cell Supply Center at the DRI
"I have confidence that this research could lead to the cure," said Jim McClellan, president of the Fred and Mabel R. Parks Foundation, accepting one of the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation's Cycle of Discovery awards for a previous gift. Hollywood, FL ...