News and Updates

Ellen Leake, Chair of the International Board of Directors

When Derek Rapp stepped down as President and CEO of Breakthrough T1D last year, he vowed he’d never be far away. Holding true to his promise, immediately after relocating back to St. Louis, he and his wife Emily checked in with the local chapter. What could they do? How could they help build the strongest […]

Legendary Dallas Cowboy defensive safety and Breakthrough T1D champion Cliff Harris has been named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial Class of 2020. Harris will be inducted along with 15 other NFL greats–called some of the “greatest performers and contributors in the history of the sport”–on February 1, the night before the Super […]

Conference Details:  Where: Los Angeles Airport Marriott, Los Angeles, CA  When: In an abundance of caution for the well-being of our Breakthrough T1D community, we are postponing our Young Adult Conference until a new date, when concerns over the coronavirus should have subsided.  Who is eligible: Young adults with T1D ranging from 18-30(ish) and their […]

Breakthrough T1D is incredibly proud of Glen Tullman, Breakthrough T1D Director Emeritus and a committed member of the Breakthrough T1D Illinois Chapter for receiving the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Ripple of Hope Award. This prestigious award recognizes and honors leaders of the international business, entertainment, and activist communities who have demonstrated a commitment to […]

On Sunday, December 8—also known as Week  14 for NFL fans—the NFL’s My Cause, My Cleats campaign returned for the fourth consecutive season. This campaign allows players to express their commitment and promote the causes that are most important to them. Throughout the campaign, players represent hundreds of charitable organizations that focus on causes such […]

Last week’s Breakthrough T1D Beta Cell Replacement Consortium enabled 57 researchers the chance to collaborate in ways that help move research forward more quickly and efficiently. This crucial network helps scientists join forces to address gaps in research, complete clinical translation, and solve technical and operational challenges to accelerate life-changing therapies for people living with […]

By Aaron J. Kowalski, Ph.D.President and CEO, Breakthrough T1D I don’t remember a time when type 1 diabetes (T1D) was not part of my family’s life. When I was six, my brother Steve was diagnosed, and when I was 13, I was too. Recently, at a gathering of staff and volunteer leaders from across the […]

Among more than a million supporters, they stand out. Four volunteers who have made a lasting, positive impact on Breakthrough T1D and the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community. For their work, their dedication and commitment, Breakthrough T1D is honoring them with awards of recognition and thanks. “We are grateful to every single one of our […]

Are you a college-aged student with type 1 diabetes (T1D) looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your professional network, expand your career ambitions and gain new experiences? Are you looking to contribute to the advancement of breakthroughs in T1D research, advocacy, and management? Breakthrough T1D’s College Internship Program is for you! The program is […]