Happy New Year From EFIS!

As we welcome 2026, we extend our heartfelt thanks to the entire immunology community for your passion, dedication, and commitment to advancing our field.

We wish our community a bright, productive, and inspiring year ahead!

Looking ahead, we are excited to kick start the International Day of Immunology 2026 campaign co-organized by EFIS and IUIS.

In this newsletter, you will also find application reminder for EFIS Eastern Star Awards, this year's ENII EFIS-EJI Summer School announcement, updates from our member societies, announcement of the first EFIS Education Task Force Webinar of 2026, exciting news from yEFIS, as well as updates from EFIS–IL Study Groups.

The Deadline for Applications for the 2026 Eastern Star Award is approaching!

EFIS Eastern Star Awards provides funding to PIs in Eastern Europe for their high impact experimental research. Eligibility criteria and application requirements can be found on EFIS website. Candidates should submit their completed applications to office@efis.org by 31 January 2026.

International Day of Immunology 2026

Save the Date for the International Day of Immunology webinar, co-organized by EFIS and IUIS, on 29 April 2026 highlighting Regulatory T Cells: Guardians of Immune Balance.

More details about the webinar and International Day of Immunology Awards will be announced very soon!

19th ENII EFIS-EJI Summer School on Advanced Immunology

This Advanced Immunology Summer School is designed for PhD students and early post docs who already have a basic knowledge of immunology. Participation is limited to 120 persons. Registration is now open. Check out the faculty and registration information here.

EFIS Task Force News

EFIS Education Task Force Webinar: Landmark Discoveries in Immunology

Don’t miss the upcoming EFIS Webinar, where we host Professor Antonio Lanzavecchia on January 27 at 17:00 CET. Gain a closer look at the discoveries shaping the future of science. Registration is free, but spaces are limited. Reserve your spot today by visiting our webpage or clicking the image.

yEFIS Task Force 3rd Symposium

The yEFIS 3rd Symposium will take place in Prague, Czechia, from 29 June to 1 July 2026. The symposium will bring together early-career immunologists for three days of inspiring science and skills-focused workshops. Topics will span fundamental and translational immunology, alongside sessions dedicated to professional development and networking. Registration will open soon, with limited capacity, abstract submission, and the possibility of travel grants. Stay tuned and keep an eye on our channels for updates.

EFIS Society News

Translational Immunology School - June 25-27, 2026, Kongresshotel Potsdam

The Translational Immunology Schools (TIS) up to now were great success stories with participants from both academic research as well as clinical research institutions and industry. The topics covered include developments in diagnostics, new research technologies, modern immune intervention and new immune therapeutic principles. The registration 2026 is open and attendance is limited to 50 participants.

Congress of the German Society for Immunology - September 15-18, 2026, Munich The abstract submission is open!

The Congress of the German Society for Immunology, taking place in September 2026 in Munich/Germany, brings together scientists and clinicians interested in better understanding the overarching principles that apply to immunity to infection, immuno-oncology, immunotherapy, autoimmunity, and transplantation and that determine organ-specific protective and pathological immune responses. With this specific focus, we aim to broaden our horizon by connecting basic immunological science and organ-specific pathology with translational activities and novel and emerging technologies. Your participation will help foster a dynamic connection between science, technology, and industry in a vibrant and memorable atmosphere, just ahead of the Munich Oktoberfest.

SSAI Annual Congress and Swiss Autoimmune Liver Disease Meeting 2026

Swiss Society for Allergology and Immunology (SSAI) is delighted to invite you to the SSAI Annual Congress and the Swiss Autoimmune Liver Disease Meeting, a joint event of the Swiss Society for Allergology and Immunology (SSAI) and the Fondazione Epatocentro Ticino. It will take place on 27 - 28 August, 2026, at the beautiful Palazzo dei Congressi in Lugano. While maintaining the typical SSAI diversity, this collaboration reflects a growing convergence between immunology and hepatology, and is an opportunity for translational communication and research. By joining forces, we aim to foster scientific excellence, promote innovation, and create a dynamic space for interdisciplinary and professional development.

The congress is designed for a broad yet specialized audience, bringing together clinicians, researchers, and participants from the industry from Switzerland and abroad. Participants will include experts from various fields, such as allergology, clinical to basic immunology ranging from transplant to infection and tumor immunology, dermatology, pediatrics, as well as laboratory diagnostics. In addition, hepatologists and liver disease specialists will find a platform for cutting-edge insights and collaborative exploration.

Renowned speakers will share their expertise across a range of topics, offering new perspectives on diagnosis and treatment of immunological and liver-related diseases. Beyond the scientific sessions, attendees will have the chance to engage in scientific discussions, discover novel research during the poster sessions, and network with colleagues on the shores of Lake Lugano.

SSAI is excited to welcome you to Lugano for what promises to be an inspiring and dynamic gathering of minds and looks forward to your participation in making this event a truly memorable and rewarding experience.

EFIS-IL Study Groups News

EFIS 2^nd Cogress on Sex Differences in Immunity

The Immune Sex Differences Study Group is planning their 2nd face to face meeting in October 2026 in Hamburg. Save the date and stay tuned for updates!

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