On Saturday, March 9, the 2013 JDRF Type 1 Diabetes Research Summit will be taking place in Bethesda, Maryland.
The summit, which is free (with a suggested donation), will include expert presentations on advancements in Type 1 diabetes research; a questions-and-answers session with panelists; a youth program for kids and teens featuring motivational speakers, games, and crafts; an exhibition hall featuring Type 1 technology and information; and more.
In addition, Type 1 Diabetes TrialNet, “an international network of researchers who are exploring ways to prevent, delay and reverse the progression of type 1 diabetes,” will be screening at the summit.
The conference will take place from 9 AM to 4:15 PM, with registration and vendor exhibits opening at 9 AM at the Bethesda North Marriot Hotel & Conference Center (5701 Marinelli Road, near the White Flint Metro Station). The hotel is offering special $89 a night to summit attendees. To learn more, and to register for one of the limited spots at the event, visit www.jdrfsummit.org.
This blog entry was written by Web Editor Diane Fennell.
