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Encapsulation Research Update

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The counterpart project to Islet Cell Genesis Project is the Encapsulation Project (EP). Given a source of renewable cells or islets, they will need to be protected from the immune system. Currently, this need is managed by a life-long regiment…

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September 14, 2011: Dr. Oberholzer to speak at Type 1 Diabetes Lounge

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Where: Wilmette Public Library 1242 Wilmette Avenue Wilmette, IL When: September 14, 2010, 7-8 PM RSVP: E-mail Merle Gleeson at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 847-338-2634. José Oberholzer, MD, is Professor of Surgery, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Bioengineering at the University of…

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Max Evers: Student Among Top in the Country

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Hinsdale, IL—When Max Evers, a Hinsdale Central High School senior, received a letter stating he was chosen as a candidate in the Presidential Scholars Program, it was a bit unexpected. That’s because Evers didn’t even apply for the program; he was chosen.  . .

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