Новости IUIS

30.09.2025 Зарубежные, Мероприятия, Новости

Уважаемые коллеги и все посетители нашего сайта, представляем Вашему вниманию сентябрьскую сводку новостей IUIS. Новости представляются в оригинальном изложении на английском языке. Обращение президента IUIS даётся в переводе.

Обращение президента IUIS

Уважаемые коллеги и друзья!

President IUIS
Rita Carsetti
B cell Unit
Immunology Research Area
Bambino Gesù Children Hospital IRCCS
Viale Baldelli 38
00164 Rome (Italy)

Всего несколько недель назад мы собрались в Вене на конгрессе IUIS 2025 — и это было действительно вдохновляющее мероприятие. Более 3000 иммунологов со всего мира заполнили лекционные залы и постерные сессии энергией, идеями и общей страстью к продвижению нашей области знаний. Научная программа была выдающейся, а теплота и коллегиальность участников сделали этот конгресс поистине незабываемым. Я выражаю искреннюю благодарность всем, кто способствовал успеху Вены.

Впервые те, кто не смог присоединиться к нам лично в прошлом месяце, могут получить доступ к записям сессий через ImmunoHub. Это шаг вперед в обеспечении того, чтобы знания, которыми поделились в Вене, могли продолжать достигать и вдохновлять коллег во всем мире, независимо от географического положения или обстоятельств.

Начиная свой срок полномочий в качестве президента IUIS, я испытываю одновременно волнение и решимость. Мы живем в эпоху, когда вклад иммунологии не может быть более важным. Однако, как ни парадоксально, доверие к науке, особенно к вакцинам, во многих частях мира находится под угрозой. Как иммунологи, мы несем ответственность не только за продвижение открытий в наших лабораториях, но и за четкое и чуткое общение с обществом. Наша работа должна и впредь демонстрировать, что наука не является чем-то абстрактным, а напрямую улучшает здоровье людей и укрепляет сообщества.

Для меня большая честь возглавлять это выдающееся глобальное сообщество, и я с нетерпением жду ваших идей о том, как мы можем развить успех, достигнутый в Вене. Пожалуйста, обращайтесь по адресу president@iuis.org, чтобы поделиться своими опасениями и творческими решениями проблем, с которыми мы сталкиваемся. Вместе мы будем прославлять научные достижения и развивать новое сотрудничество с решимостью и оптимизмом, веря в то, что наука восторжествует.

С уважением,

Рита Карсетти
Президент IUIS

Содержание новостного выпуска IUIS, сентябрь 2025

Каждый заголовк — ссылка на соответствующую новость ниже (на английском)

IUIS Newly Elected Leadership Team

The 20th IUIS General Assembly was held on Monday, August 18 in Vienna, Austria, with over 110 delegates casting their votes. We are pleased to share the results of the IUIS 2025–2028 Executive Committee and Council elections, and to introduce the newly elected leadership team.

IUIS Executive Committee (2025–2028)

  • President: Rita Carsetti
  • Vice-President: Carla V. Rothlin
  • Secretary-General: João P. B. Viola (second term)
  • Treasurer: Christopher J. Paige
  • Past President: Miriam Merad

IUIS Council (2025–2028) — Listed by region and alphabetical order

  • Africa (FAIS): Abdallah Badou (second term), Clive M. Gray, Sabelle Jallow (second term)
  • Asia/Oceania (FIMSA): Eui-Cheol Shin, Kazuyo Moro (second term), Laura Cook, Mehrnaz Mesdaghi (second term), Roslyn A. Kemp (second term)
  • Europe (EFIS): Chiara Romagnani, Fiona Jane Culley, Wilfried Ellmeier
  • Latin America (ALACI): Constantino III Roberto López-Macías, Mariana Maccioni (second term), Sergio Costa Oliveira (second term)
  • North America (US/Canada): Juan Carlos Zúñiga-Pflücker (second term), Prosper N. Boyaka (second term)

Congratulations to all elected members and sincere thanks to all the candidates who were not successful this time. We hope you will remain actively engaged and consider standing again in 2028.

Our sincere gratitude also goes to all outgoing officers for their service and dedication. A special thank you to Faith Osier and Michael Ratcliffe for their exceptional commitment and leadership on the Executive Committee.

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IUIS 2025 Recordings Now Available on Immunohub!

Couldn’t catch everything at the IUIS 2025 Congress? Or want to revisit your favorite sessions for fresh ideas and deeper insights? Good news: the official recordings are now available on ImmunoHub!

  • For congress participants: Relive the sessions you loved, catch up on the ones you missed, and dive deeper into the topics that sparked your curiosity. You can access the recordings directly by clicking this link or simply checking your inbox, you should have already received an email with your personal access details.
  • For those who couldn’t attend: You can still benefit from the wealth of knowledge shared at IUIS 2025! Recordings are accessible exclusively to IUIS members. Simply create an account, confirm your membership and purchase access to explore the sessions at your own pace.

Not a member yet? Reach out to your National Member Society to join the IUIS community and unlock access.

Please note: Recordings are available only for sessions where speakers provided consent.

Access Here!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us at the IUIS 2025 Congress in Vienna. Your presence, energy, and contributions made the event truly unforgettable. For those who couldn’t attend, we invite you to experience the highlights of this inspiring gathering. We look forward to welcoming you again at the next IUIS Congress in 2028 in Toronto!

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Celebrating Excellence: Watch Dr. Arlene Sharpe’s EXCELL Award Session

Did you miss Dr. Arlene Sharpe’s groundbreaking lecture on T-cell costimulatory pathways and their role in transforming cancer immunotherapy?

If you couldn’t attend IUIS 2025 in Vienna or missed this remarkable session, you now have the opportunity to catch up. The recording of the EXCELL Award Lecture is available online, offering you the chance to hear directly from one of the most influential leaders in immunology.

This year, the IUIS Excellence in Immunology Award (EXCELL) was presented to Dr. Arlene Sharpe, Kolokotrones University Professor at Harvard University, Chair of the Department of Immunology at Harvard Medical School, and a pioneer whose discoveries on T-cell costimulatory pathways laid the foundation for immune checkpoint blockade therapy in cancer.

Her lecture at IUIS 2025 was a highlight of the Congress, showcasing not only her groundbreaking research but also her inspiring leadership as a woman in science. With over 400 publications and countless international honors, Dr. Sharpe continues to shape the future of immunology.

Don’t miss the chance to watch the recording and learn from Dr. Sharpe’s insights. It’s an opportunity to celebrate excellence, revisit a defining moment of IUIS 2025, and gain knowledge that is shaping the therapies of tomorrow.

A heartfelt thank you to Frontiers for their generous sponsorship of this award, making it possible to honor and share such impactful scientific contributions.

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IUIS 2025 Travel Grants Program

At the IUIS 2025 Congress in Vienna, 31 early-career scientists from low- and middle-income countries were supported through IUIS travel grants, enabling them to attend and actively contribute to the global gathering. Representing 12 countries all around the world, these recipients embody the IUIS vision of Immunology without borders. Their participation not only enriched the scientific discussions but also underscored the importance of creating opportunities for researchers everywhere to engage, share, and collaborate across continents.

This year’s travel grants were made possible thanks to the generous support of the American Association of Immunologists (AAI), UKRI Medical Research Council, Prof. Rudolf Valenta, and Prof. Wilfried Ellmeier. Their commitment reflects a shared vision of strengthening global immunology by empowering promising researchers from low- and middle-income countries. The impact of such investment extends far beyond a single congress, building capacity, networks, and collaborations that fuel scientific discovery for years to come. The voices of the recipients themselves tell the story best.

“Presenting my work to an audience of distinguished immunologists from around the world not only gave me visibility but also strengthened my confidence as a young researcher. The constructive feedback and questions I received helped me reflect on my project from new perspectives and will undoubtedly enrich the way I approach my research moving forward. ”
S.D., PhD student in Biochemistry, Córdoba, Argentina – Researcher in Tumor Immunology

Many described the experience as transformative, boosting confidence, opening doors to international collaborations, and inspiring new career pathways. From presenting research on the global stage to forming connections that may lead to future joint projects, the travel grant program is not just a ticket to a congress, but a catalyst for lasting scientific impact. IUIS warmly thanks its supporters and encourages continued investment in the next generation of immunologists, who will drive innovation and advance human health worldwide, truly advancing Immunology without borders.

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Relive the IUIS 2025 Rising Stars Sessions!

The Rising Stars programme at IUIS 2025 once again showcased the exceptional work of early-career immunologists from across the globe. These outstanding scientists, selected through a competitive and meticulous process, presented their cutting-edge research in dedicated sessions that quickly became highlights of the congress.

Now, all IUIS members have the opportunity to watch the full recordings of the Rising Stars sessions on IUIS Immunohub.

Don’t miss this chance to:

  • Discover fascinating new science and fresh perspectives across diverse areas of immunology,
  • Gain inspiration and ideas for your own research directions,
  • Reach out to Rising Stars to build collaborations and connections for the future.

We invite you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn from the next generation of leaders in immunology and continue the conversations beyond Vienna.

Got some ideas while watching these recordings? Share them with your network on social media using #RisingStars and #ImmunologyWithoutBorders.

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Building Partnerships, Growing Impact

IUIS is rolling out new initiatives, including a Fundraising Policy and a Corporate Sponsorship Program. Our goal is to open fresh funding opportunities to support our member societies and regional federations. If you are also working on fundraising for your society, institution, organisation or federation, let’s connect! Contact us at info@iuis.org! Together, we can amplify our reach, attract new partners, and secure the support needed to advance immunology worldwide.

Central Office Update

Maternity Leave

We’re delighted to share that Clara Hijano, our IUIS Association Manager, will be welcoming her second child and starting maternity leave at the beginning of October. During her time away, Olga Gross – who many of you may remember – will once again be supporting IUIS, working closely with Mitra Momeni, Monicah Andefa, Lina Silva Salinas, and our Executive Director, Emily Blitz.

We warmly congratulate Clara on this wonderful milestone and wish her a joyful and restful maternity leave.

For any inquiries during this period, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@iuis.org as usual.

World Science Day for Peace and Development 2025

Each year on 10 November, the world celebrates World Science Day for Peace and Development, highlighting the essential role of science in advancing peace, sustainability, and wellbeing.

Background

The Day was born out of the 1999 World Conference on Science in Budapest, co-organized by UNESCO and the International Council for Science (ICSU). UNESCO officially proclaimed it in 2001, and since then it has inspired global programmes, initiatives, and funding to strengthen science as a cornerstone of progress. For the ISC, it reaffirms our commitment to science as a global public good and to engaging society in shaping a fair, sustainable, and peaceful future.

Why participate?

Echoing the IUIS vision of “Immunology without Borders,” this Day reminds us that science transcends boundaries. In today’s polarized world, standing up for open, inclusive, and ethical science is vital. By joining the global campaign, you can:

  • Gain visibility by aligning your work with a global initiative.
  • Amplify your organization’s voice to wider audiences.
  • Inspire youth, inform the public, and influence policy.
  • Connect with peers and partners worldwide.
  • Receive an official ISC digital certificate of contribution.
  • Demonstrate science’s role in building peace and sustainability.

How to participate?

Organize or join an event, big or small. Activities may include symposia, lectures, classroom discussions, online dialogues, film screenings, art-science collaborations, podcasts, quizzes, or lab visits. All registered activities will appear on the ISC’s global map of events, making them accessible to participants everywhere. Please feel invited to log your event even if some logistical elements are not yet confirmed. You can add more information to your entry at any time.

We invite all of our members to log their events. Together, let’s showcase how science can build trust, enable transformation, and prepare us for tomorrow.

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Call for Applications: Specialty Chief Editor, Mucosal Immunology

The International Union of Immunological Societies, in collaboration with Frontiers in Immunology, invites passionate and visionary leaders in the field of mucosal immunology to apply for the role of Specialty Chief Editor.

As Specialty Chief Editor, you will shape the future of mucosal immunology — driving scientific excellence, ensuring rigorous peer review, and fostering innovation across the discipline. Frontiers in Immunology encourages applications from researchers committed to upholding the highest standards of quality, advancing the field through collaboration, and mentoring the next generation of researchers.

Join us to champion open access science, amplify impactful research, and place research integrity at the forefront of discovery.

Apply today and lead with excellence.

Submit Your Application Here!

IUIS Committees

Veterinary Immunology Committee (VIC) —
14th International Veterinary Immunology Symposium (IVIS) 2025 in Vienna

From August 11–14, 2025, Vienna hosted the 14th International Veterinary Immunology Symposium (IVIS 2025), bringing together more than 300 participants from 44 countries. Experts in veterinary immunology, biomedical research, and industry gathered at the Hilton Vienna Park Hotel to share the latest scientific advances and foster international collaboration.

A special moment of the meeting was the recognition of Gary Entrican (Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh) as “Distinguished Veterinary Immunologist” in honor of his outstanding contributions to the field.

We are looking forward to the next IVIS in 2028 in Montreal, Canada.

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Clinical Immunology Committee (CIC)

We recently completed our first survey that significantly deepened our knowledge about the definition of Clinical Immunology around the globe. The results of this survey have also been published on Frontiers in Immunology. We encourage you to read and share it with your immunologist colleagues.

Based on the success and positive feedback we received from the first survey, we decided to launch a second one to know more about how basic and clinical immunology are taught in universities worldwide. How are we training our next generation of Clinical immunologists? Are we doing enough to keep our undergraduate students abreast of our rapidly evolving field?

As part of IUIS, the Clinical Immunology Committee (CIC) has set out to understand how we are teaching basic and clinical immunology at the undergraduate level across the globe. We want to identify current training trends and identify gaps and unmet needs.

For this purpose, we kindly ask you to contribute less than 10 minutes of your time by answering the online questionnaire below. Please click on the link or copy it into your browser as required.

Please reach out to domenico.mavilio@unimi.it or pierre.miossec@univ-lyon1.fr in case of any questions.

Fill in the Survey Here

Immunotherapy Committee (ITH): 2025 Activities

Activities in 2025

The mission of the IUIS Immunotherapy (ITH) Committee is to advance global health by promoting equitable access to high-quality immunotherapy education, sharing cutting-edge scientific knowledge, and supporting the translation of immunological research into clinical applications. The Committee is dedicated to fostering international collaboration, reducing disparities in expertise and accessibility, and driving innovation in the development of immunotherapeutic strategies across diverse healthcare settings.

In 2025, the Committee advanced these goals through several impactful initiatives:

  1. Immunotherapy RendezVous Series – The inaugural webinar, Harnessing the TME to Enhance the Classification of Tumors, featured Prof. Hervé Fridman (Paris, France) and Dr. Janis Taube (Johns Hopkins, USA), who shared pioneering insights on immune mapping of tumors. Moderated by Prof. Thomas Marron (Mount Sinai, USA) and Dr. Jennifer Giltane (GlaxoSmithKline, UK), the panel explored opportunities, challenges, and clinical applications of immune-based tumor classification.
  2. Symposium at IUIS Vienna – Current Challenges in Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases (IMIDs) brought together experts from France, the UK, and the USA to address unmet needs in IMIDs. Discussions included molecular classification for guiding therapies, links between chronic inflammation and cardiovascular disease with a focus on Africa, and the role of TAM receptor tyrosine kinases in regulating inflammation and tissue repair.
  3. New Committee Member – The Committee welcomed Dr. Srikanth Sadhu (India) as an Early Career Representative. Recognized as a rising star in immunology at IUIS Vienna 2025, his research focuses on host-directed therapies against infectious diseases.
  4. Advancing SDG Education – The Committee co-organized the 2025 SDGs Teaching Methods Series, attracting over 400 participants. Highlights included a hybrid workshop, The University of Tomorrow, hosted in Paris with a keynote by Nobel Laureate Prof. Elizabeth Blackburn, and collaborations with IUPHAR, BPS, and ARUA to foster a global community advancing SDG-focused education.

ITH Symposium — IUIS 2025 Vienna: Current Challenges in Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases (IMIDs)

The symposium brought together Prof. Jérôme Martin (Université de Nantes, France), Prof. Pasquale Maffia (University of Glasgow, UK), and Prof. Carla Rothlin (Yale University, USA) to address critical unmet medical needs in IMIDs. Discussions included the rationale for a molecular classification of IMIDs to guide immunotherapy decisions, the links between chronic inflammation and cardio-vascular diseases such as atherosclerosis, hypertension, and heart failure, with particular attention to the African context, and the role of TAM receptor tyrosine kinases as innate immune checkpoints in regulating inflammation and promoting tissue repair.

Early Career Committee: IUIS Junior Community Highlights During IUIS 2025 Congress

The IUIS Early Career Committee proudly reflects on its strong presence during the IUIS 2025 Congress (August 17–22, Vienna). Together with the Young European Federation of Immunological Societies (yEFIS) and the Next Generation Immunologists (NGI, Austria), we organized a range of activities tailored to early and mid-career researchers. Besides social and scientific activities, another major highlight was for our board members to participate and engage in the various IUIS meetings, including the Committee Chairs and the IUIS Council meeting.

A special highlight was a meeting between our early career committee, the ALACI (Latin American & Caribbean societies) representatives on the IUIS Junior Community board, and the ALACI leadership team. The highly successful meeting was followed by the announcement of the official launch of the ALACI Junior Community – the first formally recognised ECR network besides yEFIS.

Throughout the week, we were able to connect with many early-career researchers from across the globe! We were inspired by the drive among our peers and are excited to implement many of your ideas over the coming year, as well as be even more involved in the planning for IUIS2028. The congress once again underlined the strong role ECRs have in shaping the future of the field, not only by doing amazing science but also by shaping our future research ecosystems.

For more information on each of our events and some of the workshop material, keep an eye on the IUIS website and follow us on our socials! In the meantime, please feel free to reach out to us, leave us your details in this form, or submit your ideas here.

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News from IUIS Members Around the World

International Science Council (ISC)

The ISC regularly shares exciting opportunities to support researchers, educators, and organizations in advancing science and strengthening global collaboration. We are pleased to highlight a selection of current calls that may be of interest to our IUIS community. We encourage you to explore these initiatives and consider applying or nominating colleagues where relevant.

  • Call for applications for the 2026 Public Engagement Exchange Programme to gain skills in embedding and advocating for public engagement (deadline: October 12)
  • Call for applications for the TWAS-SISSA-Lincei Research Cooperation Visits Programme for young scientists from least developed countries to visit research laboratories in Italy (deadline: October 15)
  • Call for nominations for the IUPAC Committee on Chemistry Education Awards recognizing excellence in the teaching and learning of chemistry (deadline: October 15)
  • Call for nominations for the IUPAC-Soong Prize for Sustainable Chemistry (deadline: November 15)
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International Society of Fish and Shellfish Immunology

On behalf of the ISFSI Board and as the proud President of this Society, it is my great honor to invite you to participate in the 5th Conference of the International Society of Fish and Shellfish Immunology (5th ISFSI), to be held for the first time in Asia, in Taiwan, November 4-8, 2025.

We warmly welcome colleagues from academia and industry with an interest in the dynamic field of Fish and Shellfish Immunology. We especially encourage young researchers to present their latest and most impactful findings.

As in previous editions, the conference will feature an exciting scientific program, including keynote and invited lectures. Abstracts will undergo rigorous review by the scientific committee, and selected contributions will be presented as oral or poster presentations. The 5th ISFSI will cover a broad range of topics, from basic immune mechanisms to innovative functional and technological developments.

This four-day event will offer an excellent platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and fostering new collaborations. To further support early-career scientists, we invite students to participate in the oral and poster competitions, with the chance to receive the prestigious Best Presentation Awards.

I am truly excited to welcome as many of you as possible to Taiwan and look forward to the vibrant discussions, discoveries, and community spirit that define every ISFSI conference.

On behalf of the ISFSI Board,
Prof. Jorge Galindo-Villegas
President

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Society for Leukocyte Biology

SLB 2025, titled «Inflammation: A Goldilocks Story,» will be held October 29 — November 1, 2025, in Vancouver, B.C. at the Westin Bayshore. Now, more than ever, it’s a perfect time to gather with like-minded researchers, share your science, and discuss common interests. Mark your calendar and plan to join us next year with our return to this lovely venue. Program Co-Chairs Laura Sly, UBC, and Vidula Vachharajani, Cleveland Clinic, and our trainee Co-Chair, Savini Thrikawala, Clemson University, are looking forward to reviewing your abstracts!

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Upcoming FOCIS Events

FOCIS is pleased to announce an exciting lineup of upcoming events:

October 1–3: MIII/FOCIS Virtual Symposium

Join FOCIS and its FOCIS Centers of Excellence (FCEs) at the Spring Immunology Symposium in Chile, Communicating Immunology! Participate in person or virtually!

October 13: FOCIS Journal Club

Join us for the inaugural FOCIS Journal Club! This new initiative highlights recent publications by FOCIS members and affiliated member societies, with a focus on clinical and translational immunology.

Coming Soon: Next FOCIS Podcast Series

Stay tuned for the next season of the FOCIS Podcast! This series offers an engaging platform to hear from members of the FOCIS community, including advice on entering the field of immunology, the benefits of joining FOCIS, and expert insights on current and future developments in the field.

March 9–11: 2026 Advanced Course in Basic & Clinical Immunology

Held in Aurora, Colorado, this renowned course offers 16 expert-led lectures covering key topics in cellular and molecular immunology, with a strong emphasis on clinical applications.

June 9–12: 2026 FOCIS Annual Meeting

We’re heading back to San Francisco, CA next June! Abstract submissions and registration will open in mid-October. Stay tuned!

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Immunopaedia — Advancing Global Immunology Education

Immunopaedia provides free, open-access educational content to support immunology learning worldwide. Through its collaboration with IUIS, Immunopaedia offers state-of-the-art online immunology knowledge that complements IUIS-sponsored online and in-person workshops across Africa, Latin America, and other parts of the world.

Learn with free online courses (more info) or through our real-life case studies with immunology explanations and quizzes.

Immunopaedia, in collaboration with the IUIS and Frontiers in Immunology, organized a webinar series on various immunology topics in 2022. You can check it out here.

You can also “meet” prominent immunologists from across the globe in written or video interviews or get to know our network of early-career immunologists through our Immunopaedia Ambassadors Programme.

Discover more

European Federation of Immunological Societies (EFIS)

Survey on Perspectives and Experiences in Immunology

Share your experiences and perspectives in immunology and related fields! Students, researchers, and professionals at all career stages are invited to complete a short 15–20 minute survey to help shape career development and policy.

The European Federation of Immunological Societies (EFIS) and young EFIS (yEFIS), together with the University of Exeter’s Department of Psychology, are conducting a survey on experiences in immunology and related fields. We aim to hear from as many individuals as possible, including those in academic and non-academic settings, across all career stages — from students to senior leaders in immunology-related environments. This is an important opportunity to gain a clear understanding of the current landscape in immunology. Your responses will help shape career development initiatives, policy decisions, and support strategies in immunology. Thank you for contributing!

Take the Survey

Canadian Society for Immunology

38th Annual Canadian Society for Immunology Conference

Join us for the 38th Annual Conference taking place April 26–29, 2026 at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The conference will consist of a Keynote speaker, three symposia, workshops, trainee & poster sessions, prizes/awards.

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British Society for Immunology

Bioinformatics Introductory Training

Starting on Monday, December 8 2025, this course from the British Society for Immunology provides all the tools needed for you to do your own analysis of any omic dataset.

This course from the British Society for Immunology provides all the tools needed for you to do your own analysis of any omic dataset.

It runs every weekday morning for two weeks (09:30–12:30 GMT), covering the theory of library preparation, sequencing, and data processing for bulk, single-cell, and spatial omics. Learners will also be given an introduction to R and Rstudio, and how to handle data in R.

The course will include extensive theory and practical computer sessions in omic data analysis using R, and lessons on making beautiful plots using R, e.g., PCA, heatmap, violin, MA, volcano, gene-set enrichment, gene ontologies, pathway analysis, etc.

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Australian and New Zealand Society for Immunology (ASI)

Register Now for ASI 2025!

Register now for ASI 2025 in Perth, Australia!
Take advantage of early bird registration savings by registering before September 30.

Register Here

Japanese Society for Immunology

The 54th Annual meeting of the Japanese Society for Immunology

The 54th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Immunology (JSI) will be held in Himeji, Japan, on December 10–12, 2025.

The meeting theme is “Understanding, Creating, and Controlling Immunity.” Advances such as antibody therapies, immune checkpoint inhibitors, and CAR-T cell therapies show how we are already creating and controlling immunity. Yet, these approaches remain limited, and the development of truly antigen-specific therapies is still an urgent challenge. Looking ahead, we foresee a future in which antigen-specific interventions become first-line treatments for autoimmune diseases, allergies, cancer, and infectious diseases.

The scientific program emphasizes adaptive immunity, with symposia on immune evolution, thymic T cell differentiation, and translational studies focusing on human immunity. Highlighted sessions include Japan’s pioneering work on regenerated T cell therapies derived from pluripotent stem cells. The program also features collaborations with related academic societies as well as immunology communities from Germany, France, Australia, Korea, and beyond.

Himeji, renowned for the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Himeji Castle, offers a rich cultural backdrop for the meeting. We look forward to welcoming participants from around the world to Himeji for an inspiring and memorable gathering.

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Cuban Society of Immunology

Members of the Cuban Society of Immunology Awarded with National Science Prize

The Cuban Academy of Sciences celebrated the relevance and impacts of fourteen scientific results, obtained during 2024 by members of the Cuban Society of Immunology, who were awarded the National Science Prize.

Products targeting autoimmune diseases, COVID-19, Zika, Dengue, Glioblastoma, Stroke, and Parkinson’s disease are represented among the scientific and technological advances recognised by the Cuban Academy of Sciences with the National Science Prize. From basic to clinical outcomes, from vaccines to immunotherapies, research groups from six institutions were represented as authors: the Center of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, the International Center for Neurological Restoration, the Institute of Tropical Medicine Pedro Kourí, Finlay Institute of Vaccines, the Center of Molecular Immunology, and the University of Havana. All included members of the Cuban Society of Immunology.

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German Society for Immunology

Save the Date: Annual Meeting of the DGfI, September 15-18, 2026, Munich

The Congress of the German Society for Immunology, taking place in September 2026 in Munich, Germany, brings together scientists and clinicians interested in better understanding the overarching principles that apply to immunity to infection, immuno-oncology, immunotherapy, autoimmunity, and transplantation and that determine organ-specific protective and pathological immune responses.

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Excellent! The DGfI awards six scientific prizes 2025

During the DGfI satellite symposium, Highlights of German Immunology in Vienna on August 18 (IUIS 2025 — 19th International Congress of Immunology), the DGfI conferred six scientific awards for 2025.

The DGfI Career Prizes 2025 were awarded to Dr. Ali M. Afzali, Dr. Camilo Faust Akl, Dr. Julia Esser-von Bieren, and Prof. Dr. med. Kaan Boztug and Prof. Dr. med. Evelyn Ullrich. Dr. Philippa Meiser and Dr. Adam Wahida received the DGfI Thesis Prizes 2025.

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Interviews with the DGfI Prize Winners 2025

Rebecca Kutscherauer (née. Massanetz) from DGfI-YIs conducted interviews with the prize winners. The full articles are in the current issue of the European Journal of Immunology (EJI) — very inspiring!

The answers address questions such as:

  • What drives your curiosity and passion for immunology?
  • How do you deal with failure or setbacks in your research?
  • Looking back, what advice would you give your younger self as a scientist?

Immunology Events

5th Conference of the International Society of Fish and Shellfish Immunology
Nov 2 — 8, 2025
Tainan, Taiwan
More information here

IUIS 2028
August 13- August 18, 2028
Toronto, Canada
More information Soon!

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