To honour the Day of Immunology on April 29. This year’s topic is “Brain and Immunity: Immunological Insights into Neurological Disorders.”
There is a strong interaction between the immune system and the brain. The immune system triggers neurological disease but at the same time helps to cure the disease. On the Day of Immunology 2025, we explored the functional role of the nervous system in immunity and also discussed the immunological mechanisms and treatment options for rapidly increasing non-communicable neurological diseases, such as multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer disease. Environmental factors ranging from infections to the gut microbiota may have substantial impact on both disease and cure.
Discover all the activities from our Member Societies:
SAIS Day of Immunology 2025 Campaign Summary
Campaign Overview:
The 2025 theme was “Brain and Immunity: Immunological Insights into Neurological Disorders,” with a particular focus on Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The campaign aimed to raise awareness about the immunological mechanisms of MS, foster dialogue between
immunologists, neurologists, patients, and the public, and disseminate accessible educational resources.
Key Activities:
– A pre-recorded webinar shared on 29 April 2025, featuring talks from clinicians, immunologists, patients, and patient advocates.
– Pre-event social media campaigns, flyers, and advertisements in the SAIS newsletter circulated via SAIS, FAIS, and the Multiple Sclerosis Society of South Africa (MSSA).
– Post-event sharing of educational materials and webinar recordings via the SAIS website and YouTube.
