Dr. James Shapiro

Dr. James Shapiro is a Canadian scientist and surgeon known for his work in diabetes research and innovative treatments. He pioneered the development of the "Islet Transplantation" procedure, which involves transplanting insulin-producing cells into the pancreas to help people with type 1 diabetes better control their blood sugar levels. His research focuses on advancing cell therapy and transplant techniques to reduce dependence on insulin injections. Dr. Shapiro’s work aims to improve quality of life for diabetics and move closer to potential cures through regenerative medicine.