Sansum Diabetes Research Institute

Sansum Diabetes Research Institute Sansum Diabetes Research Institute (SDRI) was founded in 1944 by Dr. William Sansum, the first person in the U.S. Learn more at sansum.org.

to produce and administer insulin to people with diabetes. The Institute has made seminal contributions to improving the health and medical management of people with diabetes ever since. Dr. Lois Jovanovic, the former director of SDRI, pioneered research and treatment guidelines that completely changed how we treat diabetes in pregnancy worldwide. SDRI has developed a vision for future research ce

ntered around conducting multi-organ system research in people and taking advantage of recent advances in research technology. This type of research is complex and laborious but essential for making advances relevant to people with metabolic diseases. Stay connected with SDRI, sign up for our newsletter today: https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1963364/1930741/

07/11/2025
“Clinical research is so important because it furthers all the technology we have and makes it easier for us to live. Bu...
07/09/2025

“Clinical research is so important because it furthers all the technology we have and makes it easier for us to live. But that can only happen if there are patients who sign up for trials, and that includes children,” stated Free.

This week, 17‑year‑old Aidan Free, a dedicated advocate and clinical trial participant at SDRI, is in Washington, D.C. as a delegate at the Breakthrough T1D .

Join us in cheering on Aidan and all the delegates who are raising awareness, sharing their stories, and fueling change.

A Type One Diabetes educator at age 17, Free speaks about his inspirational experience.

Thank you to our friends at Breakthrough T1D for partnering with Mattel and Robin Arzon to bring this powerful represent...
07/09/2025

Thank you to our friends at Breakthrough T1D for partnering with Mattel and Robin Arzon to bring this powerful representation to life. For kids growing up with T1D, seeing themselves reflected in the world around them builds confidence, awareness, and pride.

Here's to a future where every kid with diabetes knows they're not alone!

Save the Date! Navigating school with diabetes can be challenging, but you're not alone. Join , , and SDRI for a virtual...
07/05/2025

Save the Date! Navigating school with diabetes can be challenging, but you're not alone. Join , , and SDRI for a virtual town hall focused on Returning to School with Diabetes, designed for parents, caregivers, students, and educators.

From 504 plans to school-day tips, get the support you need to start the year strong.

06/23/2025

Spotted: SDRI and Vanessa Atyabi at the Omnipod booth at with Dyasonic, Marvel’s first superhero with ! We love seeing T1D representation in pop culture and tech innovation side by side. Huge shoutout to Omnipod for making diabetes visible in powerful ways!

Day 3 at was filled with energy, insights, and inspiring collaborations! One of the highlights was connecting with cli...
06/23/2025

Day 3 at was filled with energy, insights, and inspiring collaborations! One of the highlights was connecting with clinical research partners and leaders from Breakthrough T1D including Anastasia Albanese-O'Neill, Thomas Danne, and Julianne Lally. We're proud to be part of this global community advancing research and outcomes for people living with diabetes.

One of the highlights of for the SDRI team was hearing the incredible Robin Arzón share her powerful story of living w...
06/22/2025

One of the highlights of for the SDRI team was hearing the incredible Robin Arzón share her powerful story of living with T1D and the message of resilience.

Her positivity, energy, and commitment to inspiring people with diabetes were truly uplifting, and we were thrilled to meet her in person! Thank you, Robin, for reminding us what’s possible!

Exciting news from ! Dr. Kristin Castorino shared powerful results today from the SECURE-T2D study, showing that the Om...
06/21/2025

Exciting news from ! Dr. Kristin Castorino shared powerful results today from the SECURE-T2D study, showing that the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) System can help reduce the stress and emotional burden of managing type 2 diabetes.

This research is a major step forward - not just in how we treat diabetes, but in how we help people live better with it.

SDRI was proud to be one of the sites for this study, helping bring life-changing technology to those who need it most.

We’re committed to finding new ways to improve life for everyone affected by diabetes - through innovative research.

SDRI's Dr. Kristin Castorino and Kara Hornbuckle had the honor of celebrating this year’s WIN ADA Lois Jovanovic Transfo...
06/21/2025

SDRI's Dr. Kristin Castorino and Kara Hornbuckle had the honor of celebrating this year’s WIN ADA Lois Jovanovic Transformative Woman in Diabetes Award winner, Jill Weissberg-Benchell, PhD, CDCES.

This prestigious award, named after SDRI’s pioneering leader Dr. Lois Jovanovic, recognizes women who have made significant contributions to diabetes care, research, education, and public health. Congratulations, Dr. Weissberg-Benchell, your impact is profound and inspiring!

The ADA 85th Scientific Sessions kicks off today, and our team is proud to be in attendance!We’re looking forward to hea...
06/20/2025

The ADA 85th Scientific Sessions kicks off today, and our team is proud to be in attendance!

We’re looking forward to hearing about the extraordinary advancements in diabetes treatment, care, technology, and innovation from leaders around the world. This annual event brings together top experts and the latest global research, all with one goal: to improve the lives of people living with diabetes.

From clinical breakthroughs to digital health solutions, we’re here to learn, connect, and bring back insights that will shape the future of diabetes care, both in our local community and beyond.

Last chance to register tonight’s 6/10 OneTalk presentation by Sanofi! Don't miss out on this opportunity to empower you...
06/10/2025

Last chance to register tonight’s 6/10 OneTalk presentation by Sanofi! Don't miss out on this opportunity to empower yourself and your loved ones with the knowledge of early T1D detection.

🗓️ Register now: https://bit.ly/OneTalkJune10

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Dr. William D. Sansum, who brought renown to Santa Barbara in 1922 as the first physician in the U.S. to produce and administer life-saving insulin to patients with diabetes, founded the nonprofit organization in 1944. Today, under the leadership of Ellen Goodstein, Sansum Diabetes Research Institute remains an extraordinary place, where diabetes research, education, and care have improved the lives of people worldwide who suffer from this serious disease. SDRI has gained international recognition for its work to develop an artificial pancreas, its success in developing protocols to increase the incidence of healthy babies born to women with diabetes, and its work with people with and at risk for type 2 diabetes. Physicians and researchers continue to develop new treatment protocols for people with diabetes. New drugs and medical devices are clinically tested to ensure their efficacy and safety. It is our intention to use our past and present accomplishments to guide us into the future – to tap into the energy and commitment that made Sansum Diabetes Research Institute what it is today – a worldwide leader in diabetes research, education, and care.