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Docket FDA-2026-N-10738 | 91 FR 60632 | September 24, 2026 To the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration, and Health Resources and Services Administration: I support a carefully defined pathway to regulate isolated, otherwise...

The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) is pleased to announce the appointment of John C. Doscas as Chairman of its National Board of Directors. A dedicated supporter of the Foundation for more than two decades and an advocate for cure-focused diabetes research, Mr. Doscas brings extensive leadership experience and a deeply personal commitment to advancing DRIF’s mission to cure and prevent diabetes.

YLA co-authors Krish Hirani, Brody Sundheim and Mateo BlaschkePublished in Frontiers in Public Health, the paper shines a spotlight on the growing crisis of childhood obesity - a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes - and calls for coordinated efforts from...

This study indicated that people who are low in vitamin D when they are first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) may face a more aggressive disease onset and a more challenging start. Published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society, the study looked at 18...

MIAMI, FL (August 1, 2025) – The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation welcomes attorney Sabrina R. Gallo to its impressive national board roster comprised of 22 nationally recognized business and professional leaders. Gallo, a shareholder and chair of the Miami...

Major publication outlines current understanding and future direction in T1D research. Presented at ENDO 2025 and published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. MIAMI, FL (July 22, 2025) – The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation is proud to...

MIAMI, FL (July 8, 2025) – In major diabetes research news just published in Nature Communications, scientists at the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) at the University of Miami have shown that a small peptide, called THR-123, can trigger regeneration of...

When a popular radio program in Spain aired an interview with a leading Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) scientist, Juan Dominguez-Bendala, MD, Clara Vega’s father, Mario, was listening. That was all it took to fire up Clara, whose burning desire is to help find a...

We are deeply saddened to share that Dr. Ronald Goldberg, Professor of Medicine, Biochemistry, and Molecular Biology in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, and a senior faculty member of the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI), passed away early...

MIAMI (March 7, 2025) – As one of the largest and most comprehensive research centers dedicated to curing diabetes, the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (UM-DRI) today announced that Dirk Homann, MD, PhD, has...

The pancreas plays a vital role in managing blood sugar by producing insulin, a hormone necessary for glucose regulation. In type 1 diabetes (T1D), the body’s immune system..

Join us in the fight to cure diabetes by purchasing a Cure Diabetes specialty license plate. Your purchase supports ground-breaking research, moving us closer to a world without diabetes. How It WorksThe State of Florida requires a minimum of 3,000 pre-sale license...

Together, we can change lives through cutting-edge research and groundbreaking treatments for type 1 diabetes. What is Diabetes Awareness Month? November is dedicated to raising awareness about the daily challenges faced by millions living with diabetes and the urgent...

Review Highlights Collaborative Efforts in Diabetes Research Several esteemed members of the Diabetes Research Institute have contributed to a pivotal review paper published in Nature Reviews Endocrinology. This important work brings together leading experts in...

The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Jay Skyler on his recent appointment to the Board of Directors at SAB Biotherapeutics (Nasdaq: SABS). This appointment marks a significant achievement for both Dr. Skyler...

Enhanced Technique Improves Evaluation of Islet Cell Transplants In recent years, there has been significant progress in treating type 1 diabetes using transplants of islet cells and stem cell-derived beta cells. These cells are crucial because they help the body...

Your Legacy Gift: A Catalyst for a Cure Thoughtful and generous supporters who have included the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation in their estate plans or made contributions through designated giving vehicles are the powerful sustaining heartbeat of the DRI’s...

On Thursday, February 29, 2024 the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation kicked off its Parent Series with a discussion entitled, Accelerating the Science Toward Prevention and Cure. Guests were treated to a give-and-take with leading researchers and clinicians...

In February, the 16th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Network for Pancreatic Organ Donors with Diabetes (nPOD) commenced with groundbreaking discussions and a memorable tribute to a pioneer in type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Highlighting the first day's sessions was...

In a dynamic convergence of scientific minds, the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) recently hosted a pivotal gathering of experts in the field of diabetes research who form its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). The SAB, appointed through collaboration between the DRI...

NABTU, a long-time philanthropic partner, has raised more than $75 million since 1984 to help find a cure for type 1 diabetes. MIAMI (February 15, 2024) - The Diabetes Research Institute (DRI), a world leader in research focused on finding a cure for type 1 diabetes,...

The Rigor of Clinical Trials Clinical trials are the backbone of medical advancements, governed by strict regulations to ensure safety and efficacy. Before any new drug can be introduced to the public, it must undergo a rigorous testing process. This includes gaining...

Charitable Gift Annuities Have Reached Their Highest Rate in 16 Years Now is a great time to consider making a gift that benefits you and the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. The concept is simple. You make a gift using cash, appreciated securities or, if you...

MIAMI (Feb. 6, 2024) – Dan and Brett Sundheim, through the Sundheim Family Foundation, continue their efforts to transform the healthcare landscape for patients navigating type 1 diabetes through a $1 million gift to the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI), a global...

Arthur (Tim) Choate has led a colorful and vibrant life, full of unique experiences. At the age of 7, while on vacation hunting for gems in the desert, he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Following his parents’ divorce, he and his mother relocated from New...

$800,000 raised, bringing total Empire Balllifetime contributions to more than $43 million NEW YORK (Dec. 21, 2023) – New York City’s Cipriani Wall Street played host to the real estate and construction industries for the 39th annual Empire Ball benefiting the...

DRI Presentations at the 2023 IPITA-IXA-CTRMS Joint Congress The Diabetes Research Institute made a significant impact at the recent joint congress of The International Pancreas and Islet Transplantation Association (IPITA), the International Xenotransplantation...

Forging a New Partnership in the Fight Against Diabetes We are excited to announce that iTolerance, a highly innovative medicine company at the forefront of the battle against T1D, has formed a strategic partnership with the DRI,...

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, a time when communities across the country raise awareness about diabetes and the critical urgency to find a cure. The Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) leads the world in cure-focused diabetes research. As one of the...

A DRI discovery paves the way for a pharmacological approach which could help the pancreas heal itself. MIAMI, FL (October 27, 2023) - A groundbreaking technique has been established which has allowed scientists from the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) at...

MIAMI (October 5, 2023) – The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (DRIF) , one of the largest organizations dedicated to finding a cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D), now, reaffirmed its commitment to the mission with an unprecedented $50 million gift to fund the...

Groundbreaking Findings on Stem Cell-Derived Insulin-Producing Cells Presented at the 2023 American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions The Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) at the University of Miami made a significant contribution in a clinical trial presented...

Proposed legislation offers hope and progress for the diabetes community and advances the mission of finding a biological cure. The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation announces its full support for the Increase Support for Life-saving Endocrine Transplantation...

When preparing for a hurricane, it's crucial to consider your health, especially if you or someone you care for has diabetes. Storms can bring power outages, temporary lockdowns, and flooding, which can lead to increased stress, eating, and snacking. Without the right...

“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...

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...

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...

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...

Matthew Stubbs 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 joined the board in January 2022, bringing with...

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...

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...

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...

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...