The American Association of Immunologists

ow.lyGene Editing Technologies: A Pathway to Reduce Immune Vulnerabilities and Mitigate Economic Losses in the Swine and Poultry Industries (Webinar)This webinar examines genome editing to prevent disease in poultry and enhance the genetic value of pigs, with a focus on HPAI and PRRS. It is intended for food animal producers, scientists, and human and veterinary medical students and professionals.

Emerging PRRS variants continue to cause devastating losses across major pork-producing states. 🗓️ Oct 27 @ 3:30 PM ET 🔗 Reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/W6h851016Ah

Congratulations to the 3 AAI members elected to the National Academy of Medicine! Sue Kaech, PhD – AAI Vice President (T cell memory & tumor immunology) Alexander Marson, MD, PhD – Gladstone/UCSF (Genomic immunology) Shimon Sakaguchi, MD, PhD – Nobel Laureate (Regulatory T cells)

Early-career researchers and trainees: boost your career and present your science on a bigger stage. AAI Meeting & Travel Awards offer travel expense assistance for members attending the annual meeting. Take the next step in your career and apply today: https://www.aai.org/Awards/Travel.

As immunology increasingly converges with big data, computational fluency is no longer optional–it's a core research asset. Whether you're aiming to lead independent research, publish high-impact findings, or expand your lab’s analytical toolkit–register for Part 2 today: https://ow.ly/vHKK50ZZmM1.

To share how the immune system is connected to health, Dr. Edward Doherty answered patient questions on the immune system’s role in autoimmune disease at the Autoimmune Community Summit. Thank you, Dr. Doherty, for all you do as an Immunology Explained Ambassador!

Meet our featured speakers for the upcoming AAI VIC webinar on Oct 27 at 3:30 PM ET: 🔸 Dr. Paula Chen (USDA ARS): Preventing Disease in Poultry Through Genome Editing 🔸 Dr. Kiho Lee (Mizzou / NSRRC): Enhancing the Genetic Value of Pigs Using Gene Editing ➡️ Register now: https://ow.ly/7FKE50ZU88j

🎬 Ready for your research to take center stage? Abstract submission for #IMMUNOLOGY2027™ in Los Angeles is OPEN! Share your breakthrough science and connect with global experts. Submit by the deadline: immunology2027.aai.org/abstacts

📢 ImmunoHorizons is seeking submissions for an upcoming special series on Machine Learning in Vaccine and Antibody Design. Highlighting innovative computational and predictive modelling approaches that advance the engineering of vaccines and therapeutic antibodies: https://oxford.ly/3TLJfxu.

Looking to integrate the latest immunometabolism research into clinical care? Join AAI and The France Foundation for "Beyond Glucose: The Immunologic Architecture of Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes" to earn CME credit and advance patient care. 🔗 https://ow.ly/Ms2Q50ZTF9H

AAI is thrilled to exhibit at Breakthrough T1D's #CRC2026! Stop by booth 23 to learn about our latest CME courses on type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and an upcoming call for papers on the immunology of diabetes. Plus, grab some great AAI swag, especially our newest socks!

🎉 #IMMUNOLOGY2027™Abstract Submission portal is live! Submit your abstract today to present your work, apply for travel awards, and take center stage at the premier annual event in immunology. 👉 Submit now: https://immunology2027.aai.org/abstracts

Presenting your research at #IMMUNOLOGY2027™? Let AAI help get you there! AAI Meeting & Travel Awards assist members at all career stages with travel expenses. Don't miss out on funding for your professional growth—apply today: https://www.aai.org/Awards/Travel

Meet our featured speakers for the upcoming AAI VIC webinar: 🔸 Dr. Paula Chen (USDA ARS): Preventing Disease in Poultry Through Genome Editing 🔸 Dr. Kiho Lee (Mizzou / NSRRC): Enhancing the Genetic Value of Pigs Using Gene Editing 🗓️ Oct 27 at 3:30 PM ET ➡️ Register now: https://ow.ly/7FKE50ZU88j

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🚨 Abstract submissions for IMMUNOLOGY2027™ officially open today, October 6! Finalize your text, double-check your figures, and prepare to submit your work for #AAI2027 in Los Angeles, CA. 🔗 https://immunology2027.aai.org/abstracts

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Researchers investigated how the natSpTrf proteins may function in the sea urchin immune system in vivo. They found that upon detection of a pathogen the SpTrf gene family is upregulated and the natSpTrf proteins are produced. Read more in The JI: https://ow.ly/9KR250ZUU9M

Congrats to Dr. Karl Deisseroth on being awarded the Nobel Prize today! This honor is meaningful to our community, as Dr. Deisseroth is the son of the late Dr. Albert B. Deisseroth, an AAI member and pioneer in treating leukemias and solid tumors through molecular targeting and gene therapy.

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BREAKING NEWS The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel “for their discoveries concerning light-gated ion channels and optogenetics.”

Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes are more than metabolic disorders — they are driven by chronic immune dysfunction. Explore the cellular mechanisms shaping immunometabolism with AAI and The France Foundation. Earn CME credit today! 🔗 https://ow.ly/8XML50ZTzWS

High Path Avian Influenza and PRRS cost the livestock industry billions annually. Can gene editing mitigate these losses? Join us for a live webinar on the front lines of animal disease prevention! 🔗 https://ow.ly/7FKE50ZU88j #AgTech #PoultryHealth #SwineHealth #GeneEditing #VeterinaryMedicine

AAI member Mahfuzul Islam shared in his latest blog, as an Ambassador for Immunology Explained, how B cells go rogue and autoantibodies develop in lupus: https://ow.ly/Aoro50ZT4NO Mahfuzul is earning his PhD in biomedical sciences and pathobiology in the lab of Dr. S. Ansar Ahmed at Virginia Tech.

This is why immunologists do what they do—to find new cures and treatments that help people like Sean. Immunology research helps increase our understanding of disease in ways that are changing outcomes for patients with Alzheimer’s disease. 🔗 ImmunologyExplained.org

🌴 From cutting-edge science to the vibrant energy of L.A. — IMMUNOLOGY2027™ is where discovery meets opportunity! Abstract submissions open on October 6! What groundbreaking findings will you present on stage in Los Angeles? Get your abstract drafts ready: https://immunology2027.aai.org

Happy #InternationalPodcastDay! 🎙️ Want to stay updated on immunology research? Discover 5 fantastic podcasts hosted by AAI members translating complex science into clear, accessible conversations. Read the roundup: https://ow.ly/EqBh50ZTbb1 #SciComm

Dr. Haeree Lang, a postdoc at NC State Veterinary Medicine established the first allele-specific peptide binding motif framework for canine MHC class II helping to close major gaps in the tools available for canine immunology. Read the full story in AAI News & Views: https://ow.ly/ATCb50ZT53a

Ready to bridge the gap between bench work and data science? Dr. Ferhat Ay and Dr. Dan Beiting share how the AAI Introduction to Computational Immunology course equips researchers at all career stages. Read the full interview & join us this fall: https://ow.ly/xSCh50ZQgtL. #AAIcourses

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Supporting postdocs means investing in their growth! AAI supports trainees with: 🔹 Travel grants & awards 🔹 Advocacy opportunities 🔹 Discounts to publish in our journals, attend the annual meeting, on memberships, and more! Visit aai.org to explore resources. #NPAW2026 #PostdocResources

Postdocs aren't just doing groundbreaking science; they're shaping the field! We appreciate all the postdocs in the #immunology community. Hear Subhash Arya, PhD, now a Research Investigator at U-M Life Sciences Institute, share his postdoc journey at #AAI2024: https://ow.ly/p0eo50ZQI3A.

Happy National Postdoc Appreciation Week! Postdocs are the engine of discovery—driving innovative research and pushing biomedical science forward. Today and every day, AAI celebrates postdocs in every field, especially #immunology! 👏 🔗 https://ow.ly/J9sX50ZQHA8 #NPAW2026 #PostdocLife

22 Sept

The AAI Introduction to Computational Immunology Course equips researchers with vital computational skills, from machine learning to spatial transcriptomics. Explore the possibilities: https://ow.ly/6GGK50ZLyNH. #AAIcourses

22 Sept

🌴 Mark your calendars! Abstract submission for #IMMUNOLOGY2027™ will open on October 6! Join thousands of leading researchers, innovators, and peers in sunny LA to share your latest scientific breakthroughs with the global #immunology community. 🔗 immunology2027.aai.org.

19 Sept

How is the immune system connected to Alzheimer’s disease? AAI hosted a congressional briefing at the Hart Senate Office Building featuring Dr. David Holtzman, Dr. Susan Kaech, and patient advocate Sean Terwilliger to brief lawmakers on this vital connection. 🔗 https://ow.ly/O6WM50ZO0VH

📜 Flashback to 1971–72: Applying for AAI Membership meant mailing 8 copies of your CV and 5 recommendation letters—and AAI Past President, Caltech’s Dan Campbell hand-designed a prototype for a membership card! Thankfully, joining today takes just a few clicks: members.aai.org.

AAI Member Laurie Harrington and Director of Government Affairs Jake Schumacher meet with Senator Tommy Tuberville’s (R-AL) office and Senator Katie Britt’s (R-AL) office to advocate for medical research. Senator Britt is a tremendous NIH champion, and we thank her office for a wonderful meeting!

AAI is proud to participate in the Research!America Rally for Medical Research! We've been honored to sponsor every year since its inception. AAI's Government Affairs team is thrilled to welcome Laurie Harrington and Shruti Naik, representing the immunology community on Capitol Hill.

On the occasion of his retirement, colleagues and former trainees celebrate AAI Past President Marc K. Jenkins, PhD, with stories about his mentorship and working in his lab. Read more in #AAInews: https://ow.ly/opvh50ZO0mg

16 Sept

Looking to level up your expertise? Join AAI and supercharge your career. 💡 With the launch of learning.aai.org, AAI members get exclusive, on-demand access to advanced masterclasses and industry certifications. Don't miss out—become an AAI member today: members.aai.org

15 Sept

AAI has developed recommendations for immunology education in medical schools. Faculty and curriculum designers now have a concrete, evidence-based guide to effect change at their institutions. 🔗 https://ow.ly/zxKV50ZO03G

14 Sept

There's still time to join us for #PeerReviewWeek! Craft a clear, compelling scientific manuscript that gets noticed. Dr. Bonnie N. Dittel shares expert writing advice for researchers at all career stages. Join us today at 11:00 AM ET. Register now: https://ow.ly/1ssL50ZNnvj.

12 Sept

Want to connect with the minds behind the papers you cite? 📚 AAI membership unlocks exclusive access and deep discounts to premier immunology events. Don't miss the next big conversation: members.aai.org

11 Sept

Curious how AI can boost your publishing success? Join Dr. Ellen C. Fox for a look at the latest journal policies and smart strategies that let you harness AI’s power—while keeping trust and integrity at the core of your work. 🔗 Register today: https://ow.ly/iivu50ZLz2s. #PeerReviewWeek

11 Sept

Celebrating early-career innovators! The AAI-Waters™ Biosciences Investigator Award honors early-career scientists making standout contributions to immunology. Generously supported by Waters™ Biosciences. Learn more: https://ow.ly/SMeg50ZITBK.

10 Sept

Want to become the kind of reviewer every scientist hopes for? Don’t miss Dr. Gail A. Bishop as she reveals tips and hands-on strategies to elevate your peer review skills and make a real impact in the immunology community! 🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/YCw050ZLyXN. #PeerReviewWeek

10 Sept

Stay ahead in #immunology! The AAI Introduction to Computational Immunology Course equips researchers with vital computational skills, from machine learning to spatial transcriptomics. Explore the possibilities: https://ow.ly/6GGK50ZLyNH. #AAIcourses

9 Sept

⏰ Your immunology education, on your schedule! AAI's Advanced Immunology Course On-Demand offers the ultimate flexibility. Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere: https://learning.aai.org/.

9 Sept

Ready to turn your scientific manuscript into a standout publication? Get insider advice straight from #ImmunoHorizons EIC Dr. Bonnie N. Dittel! Discover expert tips to make your paper shine—whether it's your first draft or your latest revision. 🔗 https://ow.ly/obGW50ZLyTW. #PeerReviewWeek

vimeo.comJoin AAI for IMMUNOLOGY2027™IMMUNOLOGY2027™ is the largest annual all-immunology event worldwide, taking place this year in Los Angeles, from April 30-May 4, 2027. Save the dates: Abstracts open for submission on October 6, 2026 and registration opens on January 5, 2027. Organized by the American Association of Immunologists (AAI), IMMUNOLOGY2027™ brings together world-leading researchers to share and discuss the latest from across the field of immunology. We invite you to connect, collaborate, advance your career, and access cutting-edge research.

9 Sept

Less than 30 days left until abstracts open for IMMUNOLOGY2027™! Are you working on preparing your groundbreaking #immunology research for submission? Get that poster or presentation ready for October 6. Plus join or renew your membership to save on free submission fees. https://ow.ly/AC2v50ZL26l

8 Sept

As an Immunology Explained Ambassador and AAI member, Dr. Sing Sing Way wrote an article highlighting how the immune system changes during pregnancy and what researchers are still uncovering. Learn more: ImmunologyExplained.org

4 Sept

Peer Review Week is coming up soon, and AAI Journals are offering three incredible opportunities to learn for free! Register for one or all: Dr. Dittel 🔗 https://ow.ly/xAvW50ZIUsn Dr. Bishop 🔗 https://ow.ly/Rfhq50ZIUst Dr. Fox 🔗 https://ow.ly/yGpW50ZIUsq #PeerReviewWeek

3 Sept

Championing women in science! Sponsored by the AAI Committee on the Status of Women, the Lancefield Award honors an outstanding mid-career woman investigator for research & leadership in immunology. Discover more AAI Career Awards and nominate a colleague today: https://ow.ly/OprV50ZITBI.

3 Sept

Learn from the best in immunology! AAI's Advanced Immunology Course On-Demand features lectures from top immunologists. Get expert insights anytime, anywhere: https://learning.aai.org/.