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July 31, 2025 | 9th Biennial ASID/ASOK Congress Nairobi | Kenya

9th Biennial ASID/ASOK Congress Nairobi

Inborn Errors of Immunity (IEI)) are a heterogeneous group of genetic disorders that result in breakdown of self-tolerance and antimicrobial immunity. IEI are often challenging to be recognized and diagnosed in sub-Saharan Africa, given that this region is already grappling with a high burden of infectious diseases, and microbial susceptibility may be perceived as “part of the norm.” Hence, IEI is often underdiagnosed and underreported given lack of awareness by general practitioners and specialists alike, limited healthcare resources, and inadequate…

July 7, 2025 | Second Edition: Travel4Expertise – The Grant for Caregivers | IUIS Gender Committee

Second Edition: Travel4Expertise – The Grant for Caregivers

The IUIS are excited to announce the second edition of this grant and are delighted to offer it again this year! The chance to learn new techniques or analytical approaches often requires researchers to travel to other institutes, cities, or even countries—sometimes for weeks or months at a time. While various travel and research funding opportunities exist to support these kinds of training visits, they are not always accessible or practical for researchers who have caring responsibilities. To promote equitable opportunities…

June 9, 2025 | EXTENDED DEADLINE -10th SAIS Conference -30 June 2025 | Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa

EXTENDED DEADLINE -10th SAIS Conference -30 June 2025

Deadline Extended – Submit Your Abstracts for the 10th South African Immunology Society (SAIS) Conference! FAIS is pleased to share that the abstract submission deadline for the 10th SAIS Conference has been extended to 30 June 2025! SAIS, a proud member society of FAIS, invites researchers, scientists, and immunology professionals to contribute to this important event. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work and connect with the immunology community across Africa. Submit your abstract here: https://forms.gle/MLGe5Y3PAn17Rn1y7 Please share this…

June 2, 2025 | SAIS 2025 - Abstract Submission Deadline extended | South Africa

SAIS 2025 – Abstract Submission Deadline extended

We are delighted to invite you to our 10th Annual Conference, scheduled to take place from 30 October – 1 November 2025 at the Garden Court Marine Parade, KwaZulu-Natal. The conference will be held under the theme: Immunology at the Centre of One Health. This event is one of the major highlights on the immunology calendar, designed to foster collaboration and enhance dialogue to increase the impact of immunological research on global health. Join us as we reconnect with friends and colleagues, explore new scientific collaborations, and draw…

April 25, 2025 | Tanzania Immunology Society – DoI 2025 | TIS - Tanzania & Online

Tanzania Immunology Society – DoI 2025

Theme: Brain and Immunity: Immunological Insights into Neurological Disorders Date: Tuesday, 29 April 2025 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EAT Location:  Ifakara Health Institute (IHI), Bagamoyo, Tanzania Speakers: Marieke CJ Dekker MD, PhD - Consultant Neurologist, KCMC Hospital Jacob Lema BSc, MSc, PhD - Research Scientist, NIMR Josephine Mapunda BSc, MSc, PhD - Lecturer at NM-AIST, Postdoctoral Associate at The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota Register Now (In-person/ Online): bit.ly/ImmunologySymposiumTz Contact: immunologytz@gmail.com Social Media: @immunology_tz

April 25, 2025 | South African Immunology Society - DoI 2025 | SAIS - Online

South African Immunology Society – DoI 2025

We’re excited to share a first look at an upcoming collaborative campaign that explores the fascinating link between the immune system and multiple sclerosis (MS). Hosted by South African Immunology Society (SAIS) in partnership with the International Union of Immunological Societies (IUIS) and Multiple Sclerosis South Africa (MSSA), this special Day of Immunology event will highlight: • The basic immunology of MS • Diagnostics and treatment • A powerful patient testimonial With the theme “Immunological Insights into Neurological Disorders,” the…

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