Envisioning an Insulin-Free Future

Explore the potential for an insulin-free world in this 15-minute TEDxTbilisi talk by Dr. Ekaterine Berishvili. Delve into Type 1 Diabetes, current treatment methods, and groundbreaking scientific advancements that could revolutionize patient care. Learn from the expertise of Dr. Berishvili, who leads the Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Organ Regeneration at the University of Geneva and directs the Cell Isolation and Transplantation Center at the University of Geneva Hospitals. Gain insights into innovative cell-based therapies, strategies for inducing immune tolerance, and bioengineering of the endocrine pancreas. Discover the work of the H2020 funded European consortium VANGUARD and the JDRF beta cell replacement consortium, both aimed at developing novel approaches for islet cell replacement in type 1 diabetes.