JDRF funding and leadership is associated with most major scientific breakthroughs in type 1 research to date. In 2007, JDRF Canada provided $8 million to diabetes research. Worldwide, JDRF International provided more than $156 million to diabetes research in FY 2008, and is responsible for more than $1.3 billion in direct funding since it was founded. Our research review process includes leading international research scientists and, lay reviewers who either have type 1 diabetes or have family members with type 1 diabetes. This process ensures that JDRF funds research with the greatest impact throughout the world, leading to results as soon as possible. more... See more text