The American Association of Immunologists
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AAI is a professional association dedicated to advancing knowledge within immunology and related disciplines, fostering the interchange of ideas and information among scientists, and promoting a better understanding of the field.
#ICYMI: Huge congrats again to the 2025 Nobel Laureates for their work on regulatory T cells and immune tolerance. Their research continues to pave the way for new treatments in autoimmunity and cancer.
🎥 Sakaguchi "Induction of regulatory T cells for immune tolerance." 🔗 https://ow.ly/YpRF50XNe9J
🎥 Sakaguchi "Induction of regulatory T cells for immune tolerance." 🔗 https://ow.ly/YpRF50XNe9J
December 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
#ICYMI: Huge congrats again to the 2025 Nobel Laureates for their work on regulatory T cells and immune tolerance. Their research continues to pave the way for new treatments in autoimmunity and cancer.
🎥 Sakaguchi "Induction of regulatory T cells for immune tolerance." 🔗 https://ow.ly/YpRF50XNe9J
🎥 Sakaguchi "Induction of regulatory T cells for immune tolerance." 🔗 https://ow.ly/YpRF50XNe9J
#TBT on this open-access ImmunoHorizons article: Interested in how to improve #reproducibility in your assays using human PBMCs? This study assessed the effects of different cell preparations on flow cytometry assays and uncovered differences in cell fitness. #ICYMI: https://ow.ly/A99350XNfnh
December 25, 2025 at 6:01 PM
#TBT on this open-access ImmunoHorizons article: Interested in how to improve #reproducibility in your assays using human PBMCs? This study assessed the effects of different cell preparations on flow cytometry assays and uncovered differences in cell fitness. #ICYMI: https://ow.ly/A99350XNfnh
#ICYMI: Measles outbreaks are on the rise. 📉 Following its elimination in 2000, declining vaccination rates have led to over 120 cases in Texas and 147 in South Carolina being reported so far in 2025.
#Measles is highly contagious but preventable with the #MMR vaccine.
🔗 https://ow.ly/JWvt50V7LEP
#Measles is highly contagious but preventable with the #MMR vaccine.
🔗 https://ow.ly/JWvt50V7LEP
December 24, 2025 at 1:01 PM
#ICYMI: Measles outbreaks are on the rise. 📉 Following its elimination in 2000, declining vaccination rates have led to over 120 cases in Texas and 147 in South Carolina being reported so far in 2025.
#Measles is highly contagious but preventable with the #MMR vaccine.
🔗 https://ow.ly/JWvt50V7LEP
#Measles is highly contagious but preventable with the #MMR vaccine.
🔗 https://ow.ly/JWvt50V7LEP
#ICYMI: T cells rise up to fight infections in the gut. Fascinating research led by AAI members Ananda Goldrath, Maximilian Heeg and Miguel Reina-Campos show how a special group of T cells travels through the small intestine to combat pathogens. https://ow.ly/M4rQ50ULWSJ
December 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
#ICYMI: T cells rise up to fight infections in the gut. Fascinating research led by AAI members Ananda Goldrath, Maximilian Heeg and Miguel Reina-Campos show how a special group of T cells travels through the small intestine to combat pathogens. https://ow.ly/M4rQ50ULWSJ
2025 was a landmark year for #immunology From breakthroughs in peripheral immune tolerance to the latest from #IMMUNOLOGY2025™ we’re looking back at the science that moved the needle. From now to the end of the year, don't miss our #ICYMI series and #ImmunologyWrapped https://ow.ly/rUHV50XMEsj.
December 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM
2025 was a landmark year for #immunology From breakthroughs in peripheral immune tolerance to the latest from #IMMUNOLOGY2025™ we’re looking back at the science that moved the needle. From now to the end of the year, don't miss our #ICYMI series and #ImmunologyWrapped https://ow.ly/rUHV50XMEsj.
Get ready to explore some wicked #immunology in Boston, MA! Early bird registration for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ is open! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to network, learn, and discover in #Beantown immunology2026.aai.org
December 22, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Get ready to explore some wicked #immunology in Boston, MA! Early bird registration for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ is open! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to network, learn, and discover in #Beantown immunology2026.aai.org
Thinking about applying for the AAI PPFP 2026-27? Now is the time to request your letters of recommendation and submit your application. This program provides the critical training necessary to translate your scientific expertise into meaningful advocacy on Capitol Hill.
https://ow.ly/7OSg50XMBWE.
https://ow.ly/7OSg50XMBWE.
December 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Thinking about applying for the AAI PPFP 2026-27? Now is the time to request your letters of recommendation and submit your application. This program provides the critical training necessary to translate your scientific expertise into meaningful advocacy on Capitol Hill.
https://ow.ly/7OSg50XMBWE.
https://ow.ly/7OSg50XMBWE.
🧬 2025 was a MOOD. From Hawaii to Capitol Hill, AAI has been busy advancing the field! Check out our #ImmunologyWrapped to see our highlights in research, advocacy, and community.
Which 2025 #Immunology moment was your favorite? ⬇️
https://ow.ly/ulsv50XMEsf
Which 2025 #Immunology moment was your favorite? ⬇️
https://ow.ly/ulsv50XMEsf
December 19, 2025 at 6:04 PM
🧬 2025 was a MOOD. From Hawaii to Capitol Hill, AAI has been busy advancing the field! Check out our #ImmunologyWrapped to see our highlights in research, advocacy, and community.
Which 2025 #Immunology moment was your favorite? ⬇️
https://ow.ly/ulsv50XMEsf
Which 2025 #Immunology moment was your favorite? ⬇️
https://ow.ly/ulsv50XMEsf
Level up your immunology research! The new AAI Computational Immunology Course covers machine learning, single-cell RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics and more. Get the computational edge and learn on-demand: https://ow.ly/6Cfr50VXLNp. #immunology #bioinformatics #datascience
December 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Level up your immunology research! The new AAI Computational Immunology Course covers machine learning, single-cell RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics and more. Get the computational edge and learn on-demand: https://ow.ly/6Cfr50VXLNp. #immunology #bioinformatics #datascience
Upon submitting your abstract, you may apply for a Travel Award by 11:59 PM ET, December 16. These awards assist with travel expenses to #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ in Boston, MA, from April 15-19, 2026. https://ow.ly/lbwR50XKocE
December 16, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Upon submitting your abstract, you may apply for a Travel Award by 11:59 PM ET, December 16. These awards assist with travel expenses to #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ in Boston, MA, from April 15-19, 2026. https://ow.ly/lbwR50XKocE
Today, December 16 is the deadline for the second #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ abstract period. This is a unique opportunity to present your research in front of leading immunologists. Submit today and meet us in Boston!
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
#AbstractSubmission #ImmunologyResearch
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
#AbstractSubmission #ImmunologyResearch
December 16, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Today, December 16 is the deadline for the second #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ abstract period. This is a unique opportunity to present your research in front of leading immunologists. Submit today and meet us in Boston!
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
#AbstractSubmission #ImmunologyResearch
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
#AbstractSubmission #ImmunologyResearch
🚨 FINAL CALL! Abstract deadline for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ is tomorrow, December 16. Don't miss your chance to showcase your research to the best in the field.
Submit your work now and join us in Boston!
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
#Immunology #AAI2026 #Science #lablife
Submit your work now and join us in Boston!
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
#Immunology #AAI2026 #Science #lablife
December 15, 2025 at 6:54 PM
🚨 FINAL CALL! Abstract deadline for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ is tomorrow, December 16. Don't miss your chance to showcase your research to the best in the field.
Submit your work now and join us in Boston!
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
#Immunology #AAI2026 #Science #lablife
Submit your work now and join us in Boston!
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
#Immunology #AAI2026 #Science #lablife
Introducing NextGen Immunologists Day at #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ — a dedicated experience designed just for undergraduate students. Spend the day presenting research, learning how to navigate a scientific meeting, connecting with mentors, and building your network in immunology. https://ow.ly/BmhO50XIvSC.
NextGen Immunologists Day - IMMUNOLOGY2026™
NextGen Immunologists Day welcomes undergraduate students into the immunology community through a full day of hands-on learning, scientific exploration, and meaningful connection.
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December 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Introducing NextGen Immunologists Day at #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ — a dedicated experience designed just for undergraduate students. Spend the day presenting research, learning how to navigate a scientific meeting, connecting with mentors, and building your network in immunology. https://ow.ly/BmhO50XIvSC.
🧬 Immunology on The Hill! AAI Council members met with Rep. @bettymccollum04.bsky.social (D-MN), staff for Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-CA), Tammy Duckworth(D-IL), and Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH) to stress the urgent need for robust NIH funding. Our research saves lives. #AAIadvocacy
December 11, 2025 at 9:01 PM
🧬 Immunology on The Hill! AAI Council members met with Rep. @bettymccollum04.bsky.social (D-MN), staff for Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-CA), Tammy Duckworth(D-IL), and Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH) to stress the urgent need for robust NIH funding. Our research saves lives. #AAIadvocacy
AAI's Council was on Capitol Hill advocating for #immunology! We met with the offices of Reps. Bell, Auchincloss, Jackson, and Sens. Klobuchar, Warren, and Durbin to push for robust NIH funding for life-saving research. Investing in science today means better health outcomes tomorrow. #AAIadvocacy
December 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM
AAI's Council was on Capitol Hill advocating for #immunology! We met with the offices of Reps. Bell, Auchincloss, Jackson, and Sens. Klobuchar, Warren, and Durbin to push for robust NIH funding for life-saving research. Investing in science today means better health outcomes tomorrow. #AAIadvocacy
AAI leadership was on Capitol Hill yesterday for our Council Day, bringing our priorities to key offices. Thank you to the Offices of Sen. Schiff, Rep. Smith, Sen. Padilla, and Sen. Cantwell for the valuable discussions on the crucial role of robust NIH funding. #AAIadvocacy
December 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
AAI leadership was on Capitol Hill yesterday for our Council Day, bringing our priorities to key offices. Thank you to the Offices of Sen. Schiff, Rep. Smith, Sen. Padilla, and Sen. Cantwell for the valuable discussions on the crucial role of robust NIH funding. #AAIadvocacy
Productive day on Capitol Hill! The AAI Council members, Drs. Randolph, Jameson, & Ehrlich are meeting with Senators, Representatives, and their staff today. Great discussion with Sen. Hawley's office about the future of biomedical research. Advocating for #immunology! #AAIadvocacy #ScienceMatters
December 10, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Productive day on Capitol Hill! The AAI Council members, Drs. Randolph, Jameson, & Ehrlich are meeting with Senators, Representatives, and their staff today. Great discussion with Sen. Hawley's office about the future of biomedical research. Advocating for #immunology! #AAIadvocacy #ScienceMatters
Representative Betty McCollum (D-MN, 4th) met with AAI Councilors Gwendalyn Randolph, Steve Jameson, and CPA Chair Lauren Ehrlich! They had a great conversation about how crucial robust funding is for NIH. Thank you for the support! #AAIadvocacy
December 10, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Representative Betty McCollum (D-MN, 4th) met with AAI Councilors Gwendalyn Randolph, Steve Jameson, and CPA Chair Lauren Ehrlich! They had a great conversation about how crucial robust funding is for NIH. Thank you for the support! #AAIadvocacy
AAI Council Capitol Hill Day continues! AAI Councilors Drs. Farber, August, and Harrington discuss the importance of robust federal funding and science-based policy with staff from Rep. Jerrold Nadler’s (D-NY, 12th) office. #AAIadvocacy
December 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
AAI Council Capitol Hill Day continues! AAI Councilors Drs. Farber, August, and Harrington discuss the importance of robust federal funding and science-based policy with staff from Rep. Jerrold Nadler’s (D-NY, 12th) office. #AAIadvocacy
AAI Councilors Donna Farber, Avery August, and Laurie Harrington had a wonderful meeting with staff from Rep. Josh Riley’s (D-NY, 19th) office, discussing the importance of NIH funding and science-based policy. #AAIadvocacy
December 10, 2025 at 5:58 PM
AAI Councilors Donna Farber, Avery August, and Laurie Harrington had a wonderful meeting with staff from Rep. Josh Riley’s (D-NY, 19th) office, discussing the importance of NIH funding and science-based policy. #AAIadvocacy
🤔 Stop wondering how policy works and start shaping it! The PPFP 2026-27 is your advocacy bootcamp. Gain the skills to advocate for research funding and shape science policy: https://ow.ly/eO2p50XGRlp. #SciencePolicy #EarlyCareerScientist
December 10, 2025 at 4:02 PM
🤔 Stop wondering how policy works and start shaping it! The PPFP 2026-27 is your advocacy bootcamp. Gain the skills to advocate for research funding and shape science policy: https://ow.ly/eO2p50XGRlp. #SciencePolicy #EarlyCareerScientist
Cold lab? No problem! Renew your AAI membership today and you'll be entered into a drawing to win an exclusive AAI Beanie—your new favorite winter/lab accessory! Renew by December 19 for a chance to win!
🔗 aai.org/Membership
🔗 aai.org/Membership
December 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Cold lab? No problem! Renew your AAI membership today and you'll be entered into a drawing to win an exclusive AAI Beanie—your new favorite winter/lab accessory! Renew by December 19 for a chance to win!
🔗 aai.org/Membership
🔗 aai.org/Membership
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Present your #immunology research among the world's leading immunologists! Submit your abstracts today for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™. Upon submission, apply for an AAI Travel Award to assist with travel expenses to Boston, MA.
✈️ https://bit.ly/48cjOtl
@aai.org
✈️ https://bit.ly/48cjOtl
@aai.org
December 9, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Present your #immunology research among the world's leading immunologists! Submit your abstracts today for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™. Upon submission, apply for an AAI Travel Award to assist with travel expenses to Boston, MA.
✈️ https://bit.ly/48cjOtl
@aai.org
✈️ https://bit.ly/48cjOtl
@aai.org
Happy #InternationalVeterinaryMedicineDay! See how diverse species are advancing research in our special collection in The Journal of Immunology, "Beyond the Mouse: Nontraditional Animal Models." Discover more: https://ow.ly/i5Vk50XGp5K.
December 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Happy #InternationalVeterinaryMedicineDay! See how diverse species are advancing research in our special collection in The Journal of Immunology, "Beyond the Mouse: Nontraditional Animal Models." Discover more: https://ow.ly/i5Vk50XGp5K.
Reposted by The American Association of Immunologists
Data suggest that transcription factor specificity protein 1 (SP1) aggravates allergic rhinitis through the upregulation of forkhead box C1 (FOXC1), which reverses the protective effect of SP1 silencing on epithelial barrier damage. Read more online: ow.ly/cKOO50XFVik.
Associated transcription factors of allergic rhinitis: SP1 aggravates nasal epithelial barrier damage
Abstract. Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a respiratory airway disorder characterized by inflammation and barrier dysfunction. The transcription factor specifici
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December 9, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Data suggest that transcription factor specificity protein 1 (SP1) aggravates allergic rhinitis through the upregulation of forkhead box C1 (FOXC1), which reverses the protective effect of SP1 silencing on epithelial barrier damage. Read more online: ow.ly/cKOO50XFVik.