“The CDP is a global network of scientists, physicians, engineers, physicists, chemists, biologists, molecular biologists and researchers who have come together with one common goal – see what putting our heads together can accomplish toward the elusive goal of curing diabetes. ”
Merigeng Qi, M.D., PhD., Lead Scientist, University of Illinois at Chicago
The mission of the Chicago Diabetes Project is to make islet cell transplantation the most promising treatment for diabetes today, and a viable option for all who suffer with diabetes.
Diabetes is reaching epidemic proportions.
In 1985 there were 30 million diabetics. Today the number has skyrocketed to more than 197 million. By the year 2025, diabetes is likely to affect more than 300 million people worldwide.
This condition leads to serious medical complications including amputations, blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks and stroke. Diabetes may soon become the world’s leading cause of death.
The need for a cure is critical, and a group of world-renowned experts is racing toward the solution.
The Chicago Diabetes Project is the first scientific collaboration of its kind. Physicians, scientists, engineers, chemists and molecular biologists from three continents have a common goal…
Find a cure for diabetes as fast as possible.
Your contribution will help doctors and scientists all over the world to bring an end to diabetes of all types. Together we can brighten the lives of people across the globe.
