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Studies About Diabetes

According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 8 percent of the United States population is affected by diabetes. Every year, universities, private companies and nonprofit organizations put together millions of dollars to cure, prevent and treat the disease.

  1. American Diabetes Association Research

    • In 2008, the American Diabetes Association provided $42.5 million for diabetes research. The ADA funds several smaller studies with a focus on innovation in diagnosis, prevention and treatment. Forefront, the association's magazine, showcases each year's research advancements.

    Schulze Diabetes Institute

    • In December 2008, Richard Schulze, the founder of Best Buy, and his family pleged $40 million to the University of Minnesota for diabetes research. The University of Minnesota study focuses on the transplantation of the pancreas, the organ responsible for producing insulin.

    Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

    • The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, JDRF, focuses primarily on type 1, or juvenile, diabetes. JDRF offers money for individual researchers and labs to pursue a study related to replacement, complications, autoimmunity, control or regeneration.

    Diabetes Research Institute

    • The Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) works with universities as well as private companies to find a cure for diabetes. Since the 1970s, DRI has worked internationally and is focused completely on finding a cure.

    Joslin Diabetes Research Center

    • The Joslin Diabetes and Endocrinology Research Center aims to develop young scientists while covering new ground in diabetes research. The center promotes research from many disciplines, including mental health, obesity, cell biology and genetics.

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