Benaroya Research Institute Poised for Major Type 1 Discoveries
With support from a $9.4 million grant from JDRF, researchers at the JDRF-BRI Center for Translational Research at Seattle’s Benaroya Research Institute (BRI) aim to transform basic science into clinical trials and medicine for people living with type 1 diabetes.
BRI research teams are investigating the disease through research and clinical trials integrating genomics, immunology and cell biology. Blood samples from Pacific Northwest residents with type 1 diabetes and their family members are critically needed to move this important research forward.
Learn more about this exciting research – and how you can help.
Research & Funding News
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) funds the world’s best research in five key areas: insulin cell regeneration and replacement, autoimmunity, complications, and metabolic control.
Recent Scientific Developments
- The Road Ahead: Imaging Technology for Early Type 1 Detection, Monitoring Response to Cure Therapies
- Success in Growing Human Beta Cells In Vitro
- Computer Model May Speed Artificial Pancreas Development
- Top 10 Research Highlights of 2008
- Human Stem Cells Fully Functional When Transplanted Into Mice
- Seattle Researchers Study Vitamin D Effects
Funding News
Advocacy in Action
- Attention kids: Apply now to represent your state at the 2009 Children’s Congress!
- Learn the ABC’s of advocacy and key issues on JDRF’s new website.
- Be a volunteer advocate for JDRF Northwest! You can make a huge impact on type 1 legislation and funding with just a few phone calls or e-mails to your elected officials.
Local Heroes
We salute these heroes in the fight against type 1 diabetes.
- Suzanne Kotz, Janice Merdgen, Sally Poutiatine, and Peggy DeGregory: Four Washington moms fighting for a cure are honored by JDRF International.
Do you know a person or organization helping to find the cure? Nominate a local hero!
Join Us!
Attend these upcoming events:
- August, September, October: JDRF Northwest Ride to Cure Diabetes Events
- Sept. 6: On the Greens Golf Tournament (Gig Harbor, WA)
- Sept. 27: Spokane Walk to Cure Diabetes (Spokane, WA)
- October 4: Bozeman Walk to Cure Diabetes (Bozeman, MT)
- October 18: Seattle Sweden Diabetes Awareness Day (Seattle, WA)
VOLUNTEER! There are many ways to help at events, in the office, as an advocate, or on a committee.
Thumbs Up!
Our thanks to:
- New JDRF Northwest Board members Michael Boyle, Sean Curran, Jonathan Letcher, Bob Nielsen, Clay Thomson (on the Seattle board); and Kathleen Clark, Peggy DeGregory, Bobby Erickson, Brynn Meines, and Carol Steifer (on the South Puget Sound board). [NOTE: Will link to Angie’s final news release, when available]
- Beat the Bridge to Beat Diabetes participants and donors who raised $1.3 million and South Sound Walk for a Cure supporters who brought in over $350,000 for diabetes research!
- All those who support JDRF Northwest with donations and volunteer time to help find a cure for type 1 diabetes.
Resources
Preparing for Type 1 in School
- Learn about state policies and guidelines for students with diabetes and other health care needs in public schools in Washington, Alaska, and Montana (then search “diabetes” to access the ‘Serving Students with Healthcare Needs’ PDF document). Be sure to check with your school for updated policies and resources.
- Download JDRF’s School Advisory Toolkit, which gives parents and educators practical information about everyday medical needs, legal issues, school responsibilities, training, and many other resources to best manage a child’s type 1 diabetes in school.
Living with Diabetes: Questions & Answers
- Doctors, parents, and children share insights into issues such as travel, preparing for college, and health concerns for the newly diagnosed in the latest Life with Diabetes Newsletter
An Update from JDRF International
In the News
- Seattle’s Child Magazine examines life with type 1 diabetes in the Northwest, cutting-edge research taking place locally, and support groups and camps for kids with diabetes.
