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JDRF Announces Australia’s First Population Screening Study for T1D
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JDRF Announces Australia’s First Population Screening Study for T1D

In a huge step forward for research into the prevention of T1D, JDRF yesterday announced that Dr Kirstine Bell will lead a pilot study to screen children for early signs of T1D. This study will be the first in Australia – and one of only three in the world – to screen people from the […]
T1D Research Roundup: January
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T1D Research Roundup: January

Every month, we round up 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: T1D screening success in Germany […]
T1D Research Roundup: October
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T1D Research Roundup: October

Every month, we will be rounding up the most exciting T1D research stories from around the world – the new advances in treatment, devices and knowledge that could make a big impact on your life. Here’s what you need to know in T1D research this month:   A milestone for beta cell replacement In the […]
Congratulations Gwennyth Baker – awarded OAM 2019
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Congratulations Gwennyth Baker – awarded OAM 2019

On International Women’s Day we would like to thank all the amazing women who have contributed to JDRF – volunteers, committee members, Board members and hardworking fundraisers. But in particular we would like to celebrate the achievements of one of JDRF’s most valued longstanding members and say congratulations to Gwennyth Baker who was awarded the […]
JDRF welcomes commitment to continue work of Clinical Research Network by the Coalition Government
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JDRF welcomes commitment to continue work of Clinical Research Network by the Coalition Government

Funding will help support translate more innovations into useful treatments for people living with type 1 diabetes. JDRF welcomes the news today that the Liberal National Government has committed to continued support of the Type 1 Diabetes Clinical Research Network (CRN).  The $54.5m over five years, will continue the work of the network, most recently supported by […]
The Vaccine That May Help Prevent Type 1 Diabetes
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The Vaccine That May Help Prevent Type 1 Diabetes

A vaccine that protects infants from a nasty stomach virus may provide an unexpected bonus – helping to prevent type 1 diabetes. The rotavirus vaccine became a routine immunisation for Australian babies in 2007, and unlike some other countries, it’s had widespread uptake. The vaccine is given to babies aged two and four months to protect […]
Discovery Paves Way for Type 1 Diabetes Therapy
Living With Type 1 Diabetes

Discovery Paves Way for Type 1 Diabetes Therapy

Researchers at St Vincent’s Institute (SVI) in Melbourne led by JDRF Career Development Award recipient, Associate Professor Stuart Mannering, have identified a key target of the immune response that causes type 1 diabetes (T1D). We know that that T1D is caused by the immune system destroying insulin-producing beta cells, however the immune system is extremely […]
When Did You Last Have Your Eyes Checked?
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When Did You Last Have Your Eyes Checked?

The JDRF-led Type 1 Diabetes Clinical Research Network is currently recruiting for a study which could help reduce eye complications for people with type 1 diabetes. See full study details here, or email the FAME-1 study team at fame1eye@ctc.usyd.edu.au.
Australian research features at American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) Scientific Sessions 2018
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Australian research features at American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) Scientific Sessions 2018

People with type 1 diabetes (T1D) have to live with it 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. But this year’s American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) 78th Scientific Sessions in Orlando, Florida brought hope and inspiration to people living with T1D. The ADA 78th Scientific Sessions highlighted some important JDRF-funded and JDRF-supported […]