Bleeding edge

The latest signals, before they hit the news.

New preprints, nonprofit research updates, and science releases on the type 1 diabetes cure, surfaced early and labeled honestly. Preprints are the earliest data: small studies, not yet peer reviewed, and exactly where breakthroughs first show up.

13 signals · updated Jul 26, 2026

Preprints are not peer reviewed and early findings often change. This lane is for the earliest research signal, clearly labeled. It is information, not medical advice.

Breakthrough T1Dnonprofit updateJul 8, 2026

Two Truths and a Lie: Can You Separate the T1D Facts from Fiction?

Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) means managing the disease every day while navigating its complexities. That’s why dispelling common myths and misconceptions is so important. They can make life even harder for people living with T1D.  We’re always working to create greater awarenes…

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Breakthrough T1Dnonprofit updateJun 24, 2026

Golf Champion J.J. Spaun: A Hero Who’s One of Us

Golf champion J.J. Spaun discusses his game and life with T1D with dedicated Breakthrough T1D supporter Moira McCarthy. The post Golf Champion J.J. Spaun: A Hero Who’s One of Us appeared first on Breakthrough T1D .

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Breakthrough T1Dnonprofit updateJun 20, 2026

Batting Wiffle Balls for T1D: 10 Years of Success in Sacramento

Summer is officially in full swing, which means members of the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community across the country are heading out for days at the pool, beach, or a neighborhood barbecue (check out our summer guide for all your T1D tips!). But for the Tierney family in Sacramento, summer also means it’s time for [&#823…

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Breakthrough T1Dnonprofit updateJun 12, 2026

Tzield Approved for Stage 3 T1D in the U.S.

What’s Happening? In an exciting update for the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community, Tzield—the first disease-modifying therapy approved by the FDA to delay progression of stage 2 T1D—has now been approved by the FDA for use in stage 3 T1D. People aged 8-17 with stage 3 T1D will soon be able to get&#1…

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bioRxivpreprint (not peer reviewed)Cure signalJun 11, 2026

Isolation of postnatal human neural stem cells

While it was once thought that neurogenesis is complete by birth, it is now apparent that the human brain continues to generate new neurons postnatally, at least into childhood. While much attention has been focused on postnatally-born neurons, their presumed progenitor - the postnatal neural stem cell (NSC) - remains…

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bioRxivpreprint (not peer reviewed)Jun 11, 2026

DyMoTree decodes early cell state transitions and drivers from single-cell transcriptomes using a tree-structured neural network

Inferring early cell fate from single-cell RNA-sequencing data is essential for identifying cellular origins and fate plasticity in development and disease. However, existing methods often fail to exploit tree-structured lineage trajectories, limiting the accuracy and interpretability of fate mapping. Here we present …

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Breakthrough T1Dnonprofit updateJun 11, 2026

Everything you need to know about ADA 2026

Breakthrough T1D was on site in New Orleans, LA from June 5-8 for the American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) 86th Scientific Sessions. Check out all of our coverage below, including type 1 diabetes (T1D) advances across all our mission priority areas and several Breakthrough T1D-funded researchers and staff driving pro…

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Breakthrough T1Dnonprofit updateCure signalJun 10, 2026

Cell Therapy Clinical Trials: Breaking Down the Science

Breakthrough T1D is here to answer all of your questions about islet cell therapies, from the research lab to real-world treatments. The post Cell Therapy Clinical Trials: Breaking Down the Science appeared first on Breakthrough T1D .

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Breakthrough T1Dnonprofit updateCure signalJun 8, 2026

ADA 2026 Recap: Days 3 and 4

ADA’s 86th Scientific Sessions This event is one of the largest diabetes conferences in the world, bringing together over 11,000 attendees to share and learn about cutting-edge research and advancements toward cures. Each year, Breakthrough T1D-funded researchers highlight their work, demonstrating the progress …

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Breakthrough T1Dnonprofit updateCure signalJun 6, 2026

ADA 2026 Recap: Days 1 and 2

ADA’s 86th Scientific Sessions This event is one of the largest diabetes conferences in the world, bringing together over 11,000 attendees to share and learn about cutting-edge research and advancements toward cures. Each year, Breakthrough T1D-funded researchers highlight their work, demonstrating the progress …

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