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Researchers funded by Breakthrough T1D in the US have published promising new data that could help to improve islet transplantation for people with T1D.
A new paper co-authored by Breakthrough T1D, Diabetes UK, and Kidney Research UK has identified six themes to tackle diabetic kidney disease.
Sana Biotechnology, a US-based biotech company, has released clinical data showing that the first person receiving engineered islets from deceased donors is now producing insulin without the need for immunosuppressive drugs.
Our highlights from a year full of breakthroughs in type 1 diabetes research and advocacy.
We’ve awarded four new grants to UK researchers to help improve lives and develop cures for people living with type 1 diabetes.
Actor Rhea Norwood has been announced as the newest ambassador for Breakthrough T1D.
The framework aims to encourage UK researchers to consider different sexes (biological attributes) and genders (roles, behaviours and identity in society) to address gaps in health data.
Our Access for All report, launched today, highlights how far we’ve come with advancements in diabetes technology, but shows that many people still face barriers when trying to access T1D technology.
