Edmonton Protocol 25th Anniversary Celebration
In 2000, the publication of the Edmonton Protocol (EP) provided proof of concept for a treatment for diabetes beyond insulin replacement. This remarkable milestone helped achieve what was thought to be impossible: Individuals living with Type 1 diabetes becoming insulin-independent. For those with hard-to-control diabetes, this medical breakthrough dramatically improved their quality of life, and the EP became the world’s largest islet transplant program, further establishing the University of Alberta as a leading center for diabetes research.
Join the Alberta Diabetes Institute in partnership with the Gairdner Foundation to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark Edmonton Protocol publication.
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Public Celebration
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
4 - 6:30 p.m.
Telus International Centre, 11104 87 Ave NW, Edmonton
Following opening remarks by Bernhard Hering, an internationally-renowned leader in islet transplantation, he and other members of an expert panel will field questions in a discussion of past, present and future islet cell replacement therapies. This will be followed by a reception with refreshments in the Telus Centre foyer.
Researchers, students, individuals impacted by diabetes, islet transplant recipients, industry representatives, philanthropists and dignitaries are welcome.
Scientific Gairdner Symposium
Thursday, June 5, 2025
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Telus International Centre, 11104 87 Ave NW, Edmonton
Faculty, researchers and students are invited to hear from leading experts on three themes: Beta Cell Replacement Therapy, Autoimmunity and Inflammation, and Islet Cell Biology. Following these sessions there will be a wrap-up meeting to discuss the future direction of islet cell replacement therapy and the connections between basic and clinical research.
