Advanced Technologies and Treatments for Diabetes Conference in Barcelona 2026
From March 11 to 14, the Advanced Technologies and Treatments for Diabetes conference took place in Barcelona. At this conference comes experts from all around the world to improve studies and treatment of one of the most deadly modern disease- Diabetes. Here are the most interesting inventions at this conference that could change the course of the disease.
Fully closed-loop automated insulin delivery tech
CamDiab presented a new fully closed-loop automated insulin delivery technology at the conference. The device supports users with type 1 diabetes when daily It pauses the need to count carbohydrates or deliver meal boluses, fully automating insulin delivery. The technology can predict and respond to changes in glucose levels, which improves the quality of life of diabetics who do not have to count carbohydrates or consume an insulin bolus before a meal.
MiniMed 780G pump with Abbott Instinct sensor
The minimed insulin pump has received the CE mark, indicating that it meets safety requirements and can be placed on the market. The 780G pump system offers meal detection technology and provides automatic blood sugar control and correction every five minutes, as well as real-time glucose reading monitoring. Insulin pump is worn on the hip for 15 days, making it discreet and easy to use.
Dexcom’s breakthrough results in type 2 diabetes treatment
The company is presenting the results of its latest glucose monitoring system, the Dexcom G7, demonstrating that it helps manage body weight and lower HbA1c levels in people with type 2 diabetes who are not taking insulin. Furthermore, the company is announcing a number of innovations related to glucose monitoring in diabetics, emphasizing the importance of ongoing research in this area.
The ATTD conference in Barcelona demonstrates that science and technology are inextricably linked. And with the right collaboration between scientists and specialists, the lives of the more than 800 million people worldwide living with diabetes can be improved.
