The 2002 Levine Symposium entitled, "Advances in Islet Cell Biology: From Stem Cell Differentiation to Clinical Transplantation" is designed to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date presentation on new advances in stem cell differentiation, islet cell biology and transplantation and to stimulate further research in this important area. The meeting is expected to attract participants ranging from well-established scientists in the field to young investigators with a budding interest in the topic. The program will offer three days of lectures by national and international leaders in the field. In addition this year’s conference will also offer "Meet the Professor" sessions to allow investigators and newcomers to interact with established scientists in the field and a poster session for a group of young investigators to present their work.