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.
Ready to shape the future of immunology? Join an AAI Committee to connect with like-minded peers and advance our mission. From journals to career development, your expertise makes a difference. Apply by March 1: https://ow.ly/r85V50Y9ptn
#Immunology #AAIVolunteer
#Immunology #AAIVolunteer
February 7, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Ready to shape the future of immunology? Join an AAI Committee to connect with like-minded peers and advance our mission. From journals to career development, your expertise makes a difference. Apply by March 1: https://ow.ly/r85V50Y9ptn
#Immunology #AAIVolunteer
#Immunology #AAIVolunteer
AAI is delighted to share its Advocacy Agenda for 2026, a list of goals and priorities developed by the AAI Committee on Public Affairs to focus the efforts of the committee and the AAI government affairs team. Read more: https://ow.ly/hCOF50Ya7A6.
February 6, 2026 at 4:33 PM
AAI is delighted to share its Advocacy Agenda for 2026, a list of goals and priorities developed by the AAI Committee on Public Affairs to focus the efforts of the committee and the AAI government affairs team. Read more: https://ow.ly/hCOF50Ya7A6.
🌟 Congratulations to the 2026 Class of Distinguished Fellows of AAI (DFAAI)!
From groundbreaking research to dedicated service, these members represent the pinnacle of the immunology field. Check out this year’s honorees: https://bit.ly/DFAAI2026.
#DFAAI #Immunology #ScienceExcellence
From groundbreaking research to dedicated service, these members represent the pinnacle of the immunology field. Check out this year’s honorees: https://bit.ly/DFAAI2026.
#DFAAI #Immunology #ScienceExcellence
February 5, 2026 at 5:01 PM
🌟 Congratulations to the 2026 Class of Distinguished Fellows of AAI (DFAAI)!
From groundbreaking research to dedicated service, these members represent the pinnacle of the immunology field. Check out this year’s honorees: https://bit.ly/DFAAI2026.
#DFAAI #Immunology #ScienceExcellence
From groundbreaking research to dedicated service, these members represent the pinnacle of the immunology field. Check out this year’s honorees: https://bit.ly/DFAAI2026.
#DFAAI #Immunology #ScienceExcellence
Every cancer story is unique. Immunologists are leading the charge to turn those stories into personalized cures—from CAR-T cells to vaccines.
We don't just see the disease; we see the person. #WorldCancerDay
🔗 https://www.worldcancerday.org
We don't just see the disease; we see the person. #WorldCancerDay
🔗 https://www.worldcancerday.org
February 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Every cancer story is unique. Immunologists are leading the charge to turn those stories into personalized cures—from CAR-T cells to vaccines.
We don't just see the disease; we see the person. #WorldCancerDay
🔗 https://www.worldcancerday.org
We don't just see the disease; we see the person. #WorldCancerDay
🔗 https://www.worldcancerday.org
🧬 The biggest minds in immunology are heading to Boston—are you? Don’t just watch the field evolve; lead the way. Register for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ today to get a first look at the research making waves in 2026. Let's make a difference, together. See what’s new: https://immunology2026.aai.org/program/.
February 4, 2026 at 7:01 PM
🧬 The biggest minds in immunology are heading to Boston—are you? Don’t just watch the field evolve; lead the way. Register for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ today to get a first look at the research making waves in 2026. Let's make a difference, together. See what’s new: https://immunology2026.aai.org/program/.
#WorldCancerDay is a reminder to come together to take action against cancer. Every day, immunologists around the world take action by working towards a better understanding of cancer and new treatments through research advancements. #ImmunologyExplained: https://bit.ly/IE-Cancer #UnitedByUnique
February 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM
#WorldCancerDay is a reminder to come together to take action against cancer. Every day, immunologists around the world take action by working towards a better understanding of cancer and new treatments through research advancements. #ImmunologyExplained: https://bit.ly/IE-Cancer #UnitedByUnique
AAI applauds the approval of the FY2026 Labor HHS appropriations bill, which strengthens NIH funding and safeguards critical biomedical research initiatives. Full statement: https://bit.ly/4r1fHay.
February 4, 2026 at 2:30 PM
AAI applauds the approval of the FY2026 Labor HHS appropriations bill, which strengthens NIH funding and safeguards critical biomedical research initiatives. Full statement: https://bit.ly/4r1fHay.
Highlighting Frances E. Lund, PhD, who will deliver a Distinguished Lecture at IMMUNOLOGY2026™️. Her talk will dive into the biology of B cell memory and the cytokine‑producing capabilities of B cells — discoveries that have reshaped our understanding of immune regulation. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3NJ91za.
January 30, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Highlighting Frances E. Lund, PhD, who will deliver a Distinguished Lecture at IMMUNOLOGY2026™️. Her talk will dive into the biology of B cell memory and the cytokine‑producing capabilities of B cells — discoveries that have reshaped our understanding of immune regulation. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3NJ91za.
Reposted by The American Association of Immunologists
This #BriefReview highlights a T cell intrinsic role for NOD2 downstream of T cell receptor and co-receptor signaling and delineates how NOD2 shapes T cell responses in both homeostasis and disease. Read the full review: ow.ly/gKJs50Y4nNq.
Resolving the field: a role for Nod2 in T cells
Abstract. NOD2 is primarily recognized as a cytosolic bacterial sensor of peptidoglycan, activating a downstream Rip2/NF-κB–mediated antimicrobial signalin
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January 27, 2026 at 8:42 PM
This #BriefReview highlights a T cell intrinsic role for NOD2 downstream of T cell receptor and co-receptor signaling and delineates how NOD2 shapes T cell responses in both homeostasis and disease. Read the full review: ow.ly/gKJs50Y4nNq.
Announcing the recipients of the 2025 AAI Public Service Award:
🔬 Dr. Marcia McNutt, President, NAS
🏛️ Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D‑WI)
Both leaders have shown extraordinary commitment to protecting biomedical research, advancing NIH funding, and championing scientific integrity: https://ow.ly/b7TA50Y3WnC.
🔬 Dr. Marcia McNutt, President, NAS
🏛️ Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D‑WI)
Both leaders have shown extraordinary commitment to protecting biomedical research, advancing NIH funding, and championing scientific integrity: https://ow.ly/b7TA50Y3WnC.
January 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Announcing the recipients of the 2025 AAI Public Service Award:
🔬 Dr. Marcia McNutt, President, NAS
🏛️ Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D‑WI)
Both leaders have shown extraordinary commitment to protecting biomedical research, advancing NIH funding, and championing scientific integrity: https://ow.ly/b7TA50Y3WnC.
🔬 Dr. Marcia McNutt, President, NAS
🏛️ Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D‑WI)
Both leaders have shown extraordinary commitment to protecting biomedical research, advancing NIH funding, and championing scientific integrity: https://ow.ly/b7TA50Y3WnC.
AAI congratulates the 2026 AAI ASPIRE Awardees! This award recognizes their outstanding research accomplishments and professional promise in the field of immunology. Join us to honor them at IMMUNOLOGY2026™: https://immunology2026.aai.org/career-awards/.
January 26, 2026 at 2:01 PM
AAI congratulates the 2026 AAI ASPIRE Awardees! This award recognizes their outstanding research accomplishments and professional promise in the field of immunology. Join us to honor them at IMMUNOLOGY2026™: https://immunology2026.aai.org/career-awards/.
⚠️ Service outage: We are currently experiencing technical difficulties affecting several of our microsites, including IMMUNOLOGY2026™, AAI Vision, AAI News, and our Volunteer portal. Our team is working directly with the hosting provider to resolve this issue ASAP.
January 23, 2026 at 8:19 PM
⚠️ Service outage: We are currently experiencing technical difficulties affecting several of our microsites, including IMMUNOLOGY2026™, AAI Vision, AAI News, and our Volunteer portal. Our team is working directly with the hosting provider to resolve this issue ASAP.
📅 Don't miss the chance to connect with leading experts and shape the future of #immunology Register for IMMUNOLOGY2026™ in Boston today: immunology2026.aai.org.
January 22, 2026 at 1:30 PM
📅 Don't miss the chance to connect with leading experts and shape the future of #immunology Register for IMMUNOLOGY2026™ in Boston today: immunology2026.aai.org.
AAI congratulates 2026 Career Awardees for outstanding research and career achievements! Join us to honor them at IMMUNOLOGY2026™. Learn more: https://ow.ly/CwaR50Y0Rr8.
January 21, 2026 at 8:01 PM
AAI congratulates 2026 Career Awardees for outstanding research and career achievements! Join us to honor them at IMMUNOLOGY2026™. Learn more: https://ow.ly/CwaR50Y0Rr8.
The window for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ late-breaking abstracts closes tomorrow, January 22! Don’t miss your chance to present your latest data and opt in for the "Findings in 5" theater sessions. Finish those drafts!
🔗 https://ow.ly/IQzJ50XXoPC
🔗 https://ow.ly/IQzJ50XXoPC
January 21, 2026 at 7:10 PM
The window for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ late-breaking abstracts closes tomorrow, January 22! Don’t miss your chance to present your latest data and opt in for the "Findings in 5" theater sessions. Finish those drafts!
🔗 https://ow.ly/IQzJ50XXoPC
🔗 https://ow.ly/IQzJ50XXoPC
Reposted by The American Association of Immunologists
Data show that BRGSF-HIS mice possess human myeloid and lymphoid cell compartments in the lung interstitium comparable to humans, providing an opportunity for studying immune mechanisms of human lung diseases. This #TopRead is a collaboration led by Dr. Doumet Georges Helou: ow.ly/c5JL50XYaBP.
January 21, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Data show that BRGSF-HIS mice possess human myeloid and lymphoid cell compartments in the lung interstitium comparable to humans, providing an opportunity for studying immune mechanisms of human lung diseases. This #TopRead is a collaboration led by Dr. Doumet Georges Helou: ow.ly/c5JL50XYaBP.
Research interrupted by 2025 funding cuts? Applications are open for the second round of the AAI RESTORE Grants Program.
🔹 Who: Early-career researchers & PIs (R, K, F series, DP2/DP5, and more).
🗓️ Deadline: February 5, 2026.
💻 Log in to your AAI member account: https://ow.ly/SF3g50Y0jCH
🔹 Who: Early-career researchers & PIs (R, K, F series, DP2/DP5, and more).
🗓️ Deadline: February 5, 2026.
💻 Log in to your AAI member account: https://ow.ly/SF3g50Y0jCH
January 21, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Research interrupted by 2025 funding cuts? Applications are open for the second round of the AAI RESTORE Grants Program.
🔹 Who: Early-career researchers & PIs (R, K, F series, DP2/DP5, and more).
🗓️ Deadline: February 5, 2026.
💻 Log in to your AAI member account: https://ow.ly/SF3g50Y0jCH
🔹 Who: Early-career researchers & PIs (R, K, F series, DP2/DP5, and more).
🗓️ Deadline: February 5, 2026.
💻 Log in to your AAI member account: https://ow.ly/SF3g50Y0jCH
📢 The #IMMUNOLOGY2026 Late-Breaking Abstract window is officially open! Submit your latest research across 26 topic categories from January 15–22.
✨ Opt-in for "Findings in 5" for a chance to present at the AAI Booth Theater! Submit now: https://ow.ly/IQzJ50XXoPC.
✨ Opt-in for "Findings in 5" for a chance to present at the AAI Booth Theater! Submit now: https://ow.ly/IQzJ50XXoPC.
January 15, 2026 at 7:01 PM
📢 The #IMMUNOLOGY2026 Late-Breaking Abstract window is officially open! Submit your latest research across 26 topic categories from January 15–22.
✨ Opt-in for "Findings in 5" for a chance to present at the AAI Booth Theater! Submit now: https://ow.ly/IQzJ50XXoPC.
✨ Opt-in for "Findings in 5" for a chance to present at the AAI Booth Theater! Submit now: https://ow.ly/IQzJ50XXoPC.
What goes into planning the world's largest all-immunology event? Join AAI President Dr. Uli von Andrian and Program Chair Dr. Shekhar Pasare for a preview of #IMMUNOLOGY2026™!
🧬 Presidential Symposium
🔬 Special Sessions
🎓 Trainee Programs
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
🧬 Presidential Symposium
🔬 Special Sessions
🎓 Trainee Programs
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
January 15, 2026 at 4:56 PM
What goes into planning the world's largest all-immunology event? Join AAI President Dr. Uli von Andrian and Program Chair Dr. Shekhar Pasare for a preview of #IMMUNOLOGY2026™!
🧬 Presidential Symposium
🔬 Special Sessions
🎓 Trainee Programs
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
🧬 Presidential Symposium
🔬 Special Sessions
🎓 Trainee Programs
🔗 immunology2026.aai.org
⚠️ Research interrupted by 2025 funding cuts? Applications are now open for the second round of the AAI RESTORE Grants Program. For Early-career researchers & PIs (R, K, F series, DP2/DP5, and more). The deadline is February 5, 2026. Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/Z1yc50XWe83.
January 13, 2026 at 6:02 PM
⚠️ Research interrupted by 2025 funding cuts? Applications are now open for the second round of the AAI RESTORE Grants Program. For Early-career researchers & PIs (R, K, F series, DP2/DP5, and more). The deadline is February 5, 2026. Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/Z1yc50XWe83.
AAI joined The American Academy of Pediatrics, the Infectious Diseases Society of America, and 230 other organizations signing a letter to Congress urging them to conduct swift and robust oversight regarding the abrupt changes to the U.S. childhood vaccine schedule. https://ow.ly/wTL550XVEIH
January 12, 2026 at 4:46 PM
AAI joined The American Academy of Pediatrics, the Infectious Diseases Society of America, and 230 other organizations signing a letter to Congress urging them to conduct swift and robust oversight regarding the abrupt changes to the U.S. childhood vaccine schedule. https://ow.ly/wTL550XVEIH
Early-career scientists, unite! ✊ Hear from AAI Member and Past Public Policy Fellow Michael G. Constantinides, Ph.D., on how he gained the skills to advocate for #immunology research funding.
Apply today for AAI's Public Policy Fellows Program and be part of the change: https://ow.ly/KR2i50XU9UQ.
Apply today for AAI's Public Policy Fellows Program and be part of the change: https://ow.ly/KR2i50XU9UQ.
January 9, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Early-career scientists, unite! ✊ Hear from AAI Member and Past Public Policy Fellow Michael G. Constantinides, Ph.D., on how he gained the skills to advocate for #immunology research funding.
Apply today for AAI's Public Policy Fellows Program and be part of the change: https://ow.ly/KR2i50XU9UQ.
Apply today for AAI's Public Policy Fellows Program and be part of the change: https://ow.ly/KR2i50XU9UQ.
Whether you call them crayfish, crawfish, or crawdads, new research published in The Journal of Immunology identified a conserved mechanism between human HL-60 myeloid cells and crayfish hematopoietic tissue cells. Read more in #AAINews: https://ow.ly/8kx250XT9bE.
The Journal of Immunology
The Journal of Immunology
January 8, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Whether you call them crayfish, crawfish, or crawdads, new research published in The Journal of Immunology identified a conserved mechanism between human HL-60 myeloid cells and crayfish hematopoietic tissue cells. Read more in #AAINews: https://ow.ly/8kx250XT9bE.
The Journal of Immunology
The Journal of Immunology
Imagine yourself having a cup of tea at the historic Boston Harbor after a day of exciting scientific discussions. Register early for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ and experience the best of both worlds: https://immunology2026.aai.org/register.
January 5, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Imagine yourself having a cup of tea at the historic Boston Harbor after a day of exciting scientific discussions. Register early for #IMMUNOLOGY2026™ and experience the best of both worlds: https://immunology2026.aai.org/register.
New Year, New Goals! Make 2026 the year you step into science policy and advocacy. Your AAI Public Policy Fellows Program application is waiting: https://ow.ly/Lck350XQlNq.
#AdvocateForScience #AAIadvocacy #PPFP
#AdvocateForScience #AAIadvocacy #PPFP
January 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM
New Year, New Goals! Make 2026 the year you step into science policy and advocacy. Your AAI Public Policy Fellows Program application is waiting: https://ow.ly/Lck350XQlNq.
#AdvocateForScience #AAIadvocacy #PPFP
#AdvocateForScience #AAIadvocacy #PPFP