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The IMPACT trial: Stopping the immune system from attacking insulin-producing cells
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The IMPACT trial: Stopping the immune system from attacking insulin-producing cells

One key area of research for slowing and preventing the onset of type 1 diabetes (T1D) is understanding how to stop the immune system from attacking and destroying the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin.   What is the IMPACT Trial?  A new JDRF-funded study, known as the IMPACT trial, is testing if a new […]
Exciting pilot study launched: Identifying children at risk of developing type 1 diabetes early
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Exciting pilot study launched: Identifying children at risk of developing type 1 diabetes early

Three Australian children are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) every day, and of those, one-third are not diagnosed until they require emergency medical care. Screening for T1D at a population level is therefore essential for detecting a majority of the children at risk of diagnosis.  In July 2022, the Type 1 Diabetes National Screening […]
How You Can Help Make Type 1 Diabetes Research a Reality 
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How You Can Help Make Type 1 Diabetes Research a Reality 

JDRF has an ambitious vision — a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). We are the biggest funder of type 1 diabetes research globally and in Australia. In order to achieve this with such a complex autoimmune disease, we must take a strategic, multi-level and collaborative approach to research. JDRF has embarked on an extensive […]
Dr Izzy Smith answers some questions on Covid-19
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Dr Izzy Smith answers some questions on Covid-19

Dr Izzy Smith specialises in endocrinology and we spoke to her for some guidance on Covid-19 for people living with type 1 diabetes.
T1D Trial: Six-week supplement resulted in strengthened immune system
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T1D Trial: Six-week supplement resulted in strengthened immune system

This week, new results published in the journal Microbiome showed that a six-week food supplement for people with T1D resulted in changes to bacteria in the gut and a strengthened immune system. The results are from a clinical trial funded through JDRF’s Type 1 Diabetes Clinical Research Network (T1DCRN) and Macquarie Group Foundation Future Research […]
New Results: Analysis of the Government’s CGM Subsidy Scheme
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New Results: Analysis of the Government’s CGM Subsidy Scheme

An analysis of the impact of the Australian Government’s continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) subsidy scheme for people aged under 21 has recently been published in the journal Diabetes Care. Led by Prof Tim Jones and the Australasian Diabetes Data Network (ADDN) Study Group, the study found that those who registered for the subsidy had significant […]
T1D Research Roundup: December 2021
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T1D Research Roundup: December 2021

Our research roundups bring you the most exciting T1D research stories from around the world – the new advances in treatment, devices and knowledge that are making the biggest impact in the fight to cure, treat and prevent T1D. Here’s what you need to know in T1D research this month: Exciting results from clinical trials […]
Hope for the future: Developing a vaccine against T1D
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Hope for the future: Developing a vaccine against T1D

This year marks 100 years since the development of insulin…but as World Diabetes Day approaches and the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community reflects on this momentous anniversary, JDRF Australia isn’t looking back. We’re looking forward with optimism and energy. …and research is what fuels our hope for the future. Dr. Ki Wook Kim, the lead […]
Hope for the future: General population screening for T1D in Australia
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Hope for the future: General population screening for T1D in Australia

This year marks 100 years since the discovery of insulin – a major breakthrough for the type 1 diabetes community and one that remains the only approved treatment for T1D. As World Diabetes Day approaches and we reflect on this significant milestone, JDRF isn’t looking back. We’re looking forward with hope and optimism. What new […]
Help raise funds for T1D research with the Ritchies Card!
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Help raise funds for T1D research with the Ritchies Card!

Exciting News! Our Fundraising Partner Ritchies IGA, are launching their new Ritchies Card, incorporating the Community Benefit Program. . Every month, our organisation will receive 0.5%* of our members’ spend in Ritchies Stores PLUS our members will receive special offers and member only specials via the App. Featuring monthly promotions, cheaper prices for you, Collect […]
Five Innovative New Research Projects Funded
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Five Innovative New Research Projects Funded

JDRF is excited to announce more than $2.7 million in funding to kick start five highly innovative research projects. The 2021 Pilot and Innovation Awards are designed to support innovative new directions for type 1 diabetes research, including concepts that have never been investigated before. The focus is on early-stage work that has a large […]
T1D Research Roundup: September 2021
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T1D Research Roundup: September 2021

Our research roundups bring you the most exciting T1D research stories from around the world – the new advances in treatment, devices and knowledge that are making the biggest impact in the fight to cure, treat and prevent T1D. Here’s what you need to know in T1D research this month: New results from the ENDIA […]
JDRF launches pilot study of general population screening for type 1 diabetes
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JDRF launches pilot study of general population screening for type 1 diabetes

Last year, JDRF appointed Dr Kirstine Bell from the Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, to lead a pilot study to screen for risk of type 1 diabetes in the general population. Today, Dr Bell launched the national screening project and revealed new details about what it will involve. “Children are often diagnosed with type […]
New Science Accelerator Grants Awarded to Early-Mid Career Researchers
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New Science Accelerator Grants Awarded to Early-Mid Career Researchers

JDRF and The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust are excited to announce more than $1.2 million in new funding for three outstanding early-mid career Australian researchers. The ENDIA Early-Mid Career Science Accelerator Awards will support the researchers in carrying out new projects using samples collected as part of the ENDIA study, the […]
T1D Research Roundup: June 2021
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T1D Research Roundup: June 2021

Our research roundups bring you the most exciting T1D research stories from around the world – the new advances in treatment, devices and knowledge that are making the biggest impact in the fight to cure, treat and prevent T1D. This month, the American Diabetes Association held their 81st Scientific Sessions. The world’s top type 1 […]
JDRF supporter and leading researcher recognised with Order of Australia
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JDRF supporter and leading researcher recognised with Order of Australia

Today, we are excited to announce that two important members of the JDRF community have been appointed members of the Order of Australia as part of the Queen’s Birthday 2021 Honours List. Helen Maxwell-Wright We’re proud to be celebrating Helen Maxwell-Wright, Chair of our Victorian State Leadership Group and major supporter of type 1 diabetes […]
Type 1 Diabetes Prevention: Promising Research Breakthrough Gives New Hope
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Type 1 Diabetes Prevention: Promising Research Breakthrough Gives New Hope

A research breakthrough, funded by JDRF, has shown a promising future for the prevention of type 1 diabetes. Findings from a study by TrialNet show that the immunotherapy drug teplizumab can delay type 1 diabetes diagnosis a median of 2 years in children and adults at high risk. The study showed that teplizumab interferes with […]
Meet JDRF PhD Top-Up Scholarship recipient Dr Barbora Paldus
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Meet JDRF PhD Top-Up Scholarship recipient Dr Barbora Paldus

Each year, JDRF offers a PhD Top-Up Scholarship to provide additional funding for PhD students pursuing type 1 diabetes research. Since its inception, the scholarship has helped more than 20 outstanding students kick-start a career in T1D research. Over the next few weeks, we’re catching up with some former recipients to find out what they’ve […]