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Cocktails and Conversations: Bringing Diabetes Research Advancements to Your Community
Looking for an opportunity to learn about the latest advancements and progress in diabetes research straight from the experts? Look no further than Cocktails and Conversations! Hosted by the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation, this series of regional dinners takes...
The Diabetes Research Institute Partners With iTolerance
This year, the DRI entered into a new partnership with iTolerance, a Miami-based early-stage regenerative medicine company, with a promising new therapy in development for individuals with type 1 diabetes. The company’s lead platform technology, iTOL-100, is a...
World-Renowned Immunologist Named Scientific Director of the Diabetes Research Institute
One of the world’s leading diabetes experts, Matthias von Herrath, M.D., has been named the new scientific director of the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. von Herrath takes over the lead position at the...
A Gift for Future Generations
“My dad struggled with brittle diabetes for over 50 years. When I became a mom and eventually a grandmom, I promised myself that I would pay it forward so everyone could live in a diabetes free world,” explained Sheryl Lindenbaum. She experienced the effect that...
T1D Exchange Awards Dr. Francesco Vendrame
For his work in quality improvement in type 1 diabetes and exceptional leadership, Francesco Vendrame, M.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, has been chosen for...
$19.5 Million Gift Funds Diabetes Cure Research
Jim and Betty Guy Transformational Estate Gift from Jim and Betty Guy Fulfills Legacy of Helping Others $19.5 Million Gift Funds Diabetes Cure Research Jim and Betty Guy were warm, kind, and caring individuals who touched many people in positive ways throughout their...
Diabetes Research Institute celebrates recent landmark advancement in type 1 diabetes prevention therapy
Teplizumab, the first drug that can delay the onset of type 1 diabetes, earns FDA approval after undergoing clinical trials at the Diabetes Research Institute The Diabetes Research Institute (DRI), one of the largest and most comprehensive research centers dedicated...
Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Appoints Matthew Stubbs as Secretary of the Executive Board for the National Board of Directors
Matthew Stubbs MIAMI (August XX, 2022) – The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) recently appointed Matthew Stubbs, managing partner at Duncan Stubbs, PLLC, to secretary of the executive board for the national board of directors. Stubbs...
Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Reaches GuideStar’s Highest Seal of Transparency
Putting the Foundation in the Top 0.1% of Charities Nationally in Terms of Transparency MIAMI (May 11, 2022) – The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) is proud to announce their achievement of the 2022 Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level of...
Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Joins Forces with Their Canadian Counter Partner to Form Powerhouse Partnership to Fund the Search for a Diabetes Cure
The partnership will expand lab and research capabilities to catalyze cure-focused research The Diabetes Research Institute (DRI), one of the largest and most comprehensive research centers dedicated to finding a biological cure for diabetes now, along with the...
Diabetes Research Institute Foundation is Now Accepting Donations of Cryptocurrency
37.3 million Americans—about 1 in 10—have diabetes. About 1 in 5 people with diabetes, but don’t know they have it. Now it's even easier to donate to the Diabetes Research Institute. Be Part of the Cure by donating cryptocurrency and make a difference....
A Generous Pledge Launches the DRI’s Young Investigator Program
Steve Hudson and Holly Hudson Bodenweber learned early on the importance of philanthropy and giving back thanks to their father, Whit Hudson, who was a respected businessman and longtime resident of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Whit was a dedicated supporter of organizations...
Gift Planning – Your Efforts Today Will Make Tomorrow’s Cure Possible
Supporting the Diabetes Research Institute’s quest for a cure is a caring and thoughtful act that impacts millions of people living with diabetes today as well as future generations. Our supporters contribute in many ways including annual gifts, participation in...
Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Appoints Scarlett Leung and Matthew Stubbs to National Board of Directors
Leung and Stubbs’ diverse professional backgrounds position them to help advance DRIF’s mission to find a cure for diabetes MIAMI, FL – January 12, 2022 – The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) recently appointed Scarlett Leung, CEO and co-founder...
Diabetes Research Institute Foundation Appoints Sam Talbot to National Board of Directors
Talbot brings a profound knowledge of diabetic health and lifestyle choices to the organization dedicated to finding a cure for diabetes MIAMI, FL – June 19, 2021 – Today, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) announces the commitment of Sam...
Diabetes by the Numbers: An Infographic to Explain the Urgency for a Cure
Leading Experts from the DRI Present at the ADA’s 81st Scientific Sessions
The diabetes scientific community will convene virtually at the American Diabetes Association’s 81st Scientific Sessions from June 25-29 to present the most groundbreaking discoveries and cutting-edge innovations in diabetes research, prevention, and care. Scientists...
Inside Our Labs: Diabetes Research Institute
https://youtu.be/oMTgLKJnhqE Have you ever taken a tour of the research facility at the Diabetes Research Institute? For families affected by diabetes, it can be a hair-raising experience with the realization that so many talented and passionate scientific experts are...
Coming soon to a city near you!
COMING SOON TO A CITY NEAR YOU! MIAMI, FL – April 13, 2021 – The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) is ramping up plans for a national expansion through our newly created regional model. For all of us in the diabetes community and here at DRIF, we feel the...
Diabetes and COVID-19 Link
https://youtu.be/BorhiYFB1ds Even with millions of people getting their vaccines, did you know that many experts are saying that COVID-19 may be causing new cases of diabetes? New research has found that 14% of people hospitalized due to COVID-19 then developed...
Clinical Trial for Novel Investigational Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes Open for Enrollment in Miami
DIABETES RESEARCH INSTITUTE INVESTIGATORS WILL LEAD THE FIRST SITE ACTIVATED FOR THE VERTEX STUDY MIAMI, FL – April 6, 2021 – Researchers with the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and Vertex Pharmaceuticals...
Diabetes Management: Tips on healthy eating when stressed
https://youtu.be/xiVA6IGhi74 Diabetes Management can be stressful. Stress can be a major barrier to effective glucose control. Here are some tips to helping manage your nutrition especially when you are stressed. Tips on healthy eating when stressed1. Don’t...
Abarca selects Diabetes Research Institute Foundation for Better Care Community Program
FLORIDA-BASED NON-PROFIT IS AMONG FIVE ORGANIZATIONS TO RECEIVE FINANCIAL AND VOLUNTEER SUPPORT FROM THE PHARMACY BENEFIT TECHNOLOGY COMPANY Miami, FL – May 28, 2021 – Abarca, a pharmacy benefit manager that is disrupting the industry with an entirely new approach to...
DRI Director Camillo Ricordi MD Advances to a New Role
It is with great pleasure that the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) announces that Dr. Camillo Ricordi, the Director of the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine since 1993, will advance to a new leadership...
DRI’s Dr. Jay Skyler Outlines the 4 Ideal Therapeutic Goals in T1D
Making science accessible is a top priority at the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation so that we can stay connected to our community and keep you updated on the latest advancements happening at the Diabetes Research Institute. Although we are unable to host tours...
2020 Year in Review: DRI Progress Report
From unpredictable and unprecedented to challenging and surreal, 2020 was a year like no other. And while it tested our fortitude and transformed the way we work, it never once distracted us from our singular mission. At the Diabetes Research Institute and Foundation,...
Living with Diabetes: Managing your nutrition
https://youtu.be/XKyD3xZu8j4 Eat right, exercise, and get enough sleep. It’s great advice for healthy living! When you’re living with type one diabetes, that same advice holds true. Finding the balance is critically important. Especially when it comes to balancing...
COVID Vaccines: What People with Diabetes Need to Know
Amid the ongoing pandemic, the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) Foundation continues to focus on raising funds for finding a cure for diabetes. We're also tuned in to the needs of the diabetes community that we support. COVID-19 vaccinations are rolling out for...
A Message from DRIF CEO Sean Kramer on a Renewed Hope for 2021
(January 2021) Although 2020 was an unprecedented year filled with challenges, we are grateful to be able to look back at some achievements that were made in our search for a cure to diabetes, reminding us that Hope Isn't Quarantined. With 2020 in our near...