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The Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies exists to improve human health through immunology, providing novel education & cross-discipline networking opportunities.

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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Check out the September FOCIS editors' choice highlights in Science Immunology🔬 Old dog with new tricks: SARS-CoV-2 variant–specific B cells complement imprinted memory: zurl.co/7rQZz The many roads to B cell memory: zurl.co/Asvnp
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PKM2 works “off the books” to drive effector T cell function in MS
The noncanonical functions of PKM2 drive pathogenic T cell function in patients with MS.
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
🔬 FOCIS membership renewals for 2027 are open! Stay connected to a global community advancing clinical and translational immunology. Renew to continue accessing benefits, educational opportunities, and connections across the field. ➡️ Renew today: zurl.co/QEcZP
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Explore a New Perspective on CNS Immunosurveillance with the next FOCIS Journal Club. Register now! 📅 Oct 22 | 11 AM CDT 📰Functional Role of Skull Lymphoid Structures in CNS Immunosurveillance 🔊 Jang Hyun Park, PhD #FOCIS #JournalClub zurl.co/BtgsR
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🎙️ A new FOCIS podcast episode is live! Meet Yuki Masuo, MD, recipient of the 2025 FOCIS Annual Meeting BSI Award, and hear more about their work! 🎧 Listen on Spotify: zurl.co/ORPUq 🎥 Watch on YouTube: zurl.co/1SWrN
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Join Jang Hyun Park, PhD, for the next FOCIS Journal Club: “Functional Role of Skull Lymphoid Structures in CNS Immunosurveillance.” 📅 Oct 22 | 11 AM CDT 🎟️ Free to attend live 📹 Recording for FOCIS members #FOCIS #JournalClub zurl.co/BtgsR
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
🔬 New research from the FOCIS community! Explore a recent paper investigating immune activity in type 1 diabetes and what it may reveal about the disease. Read more: zurl.co/XuzAK #FOCIS #Immunology #Type1Diabetes
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JCI - Immune dysregulation and stem-like CD8+ T cell enrichment in type 1 diabetes pancreatic lymph nodes
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Only 3 days left to register! FOCIS members can attend for free. Not a member yet? Students can join FOCIS for free, and trainees receive a reduced membership rate!
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Journal of Experimental Medicine @jem.org · 21/09/2026
📢 We're now accepting applications for the JEM Early Career Travel Award, for grad students & early-career postdocs to participate in #VIB #Neuroimmunology Conference @vibtrainconf.bsky.social in Antwerp! Deadline ⏰ October 16, 2026 Apply here 👉 rupress.org/jem/pages/ea...
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🎉 Congratulations to FOCIS President Dr. Megan Levings! Dr. Levings has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada—one of the country’s highest honors for scholarly achievement. 👏 Please join us in congratulating her! 🔗zurl.co/dGCMN
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Join FOCIS & IUIS on Sept. 24 for the 2026 Virtual Education Symposium! 🎓 - Spatial evaluation of tissue heterogeneity in inflammatory-mediated disease - Immune Profiling in Human Autoimmune Diseases 9 AM CDT | 3 PM BST Free for FOCIS members 🔗: zurl.co/xLPMJ
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Join FOCIS & @iuis-online.bsky.social on Sept. 24 for the next Virtual Education Symposium! Spatial Evaluation of Tissue Heterogeneity: Dr. Goodyear Immune Profiling in Human Autoimmune Diseases: Dr. Rao 🕘 9 AM Chicago | 3 PM London 💸 Free for FOCIS members 🔗: zurl.co/AkaS7
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Join FOCIS & @iuis-online.bsky.social on Sept 24 for the Research & Education Virtual Symposium 🎓 💡 2026 IUIS & FOCIS Virtual Education Symposium 📆 9:00–11:10 AM Chicago | 3:00–5:10 PM London 💸 Free for members | $50 non-members 🔗: zurl.co/mhhjJ
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International Union of Immunological Societies @iuis-online.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
🔬 The JCC runs several programs at once, and the Leadership Academy webinar series is one. Sep 10: Camila Coehlo and Carolina Lucas on research abroad. Sep 11: Fred Ramsdell (2025 Nobel Laureate) on autoimmune disease. Free on YouTube. 🌎 loom.ly/5a6qB9s #ImmunologyWithoutBorders
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British Society for Immunology @britsocimm.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
📢 #BSI26 abstract submissions close this Monday! We've had a fantastic response so far, but we'd love to see even more submissions from across the breadth of immunology. Present your work to 1,500+ immunologists! ⏰ Deadline: 7 September - vist.ly/5gyx3
BSI Congress 2026 promotion with five days left to submit abstracts showing conference images.
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Check out the August FOCIS editors' choice highlights in Science Immunology🔬 PKM2 works “off the books” to drive effector T cell function in MS: zurl.co/cr4Ef Mist-ical memory: The airway defenses induced by FluMist vaccination in adults: zurl.co/29HDM
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
🎙️The August podcast episode is live! This month’s episode spotlights the 2025 FOCIS Annual Meeting Clinical Immunology Award Winner, Dr. Theisen! Tune in on Spotify or YouTube! 🎧 Listen: zurl.co/Yl4sW 🎥 Watch: zurl.co/7WLou
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🚨 Registration is now open for FOCIS goes South IV: Designing and Monitoring Immunotherapies: From Mechanisms to Clinical Translation! 📅 October 13–15, 2026 📍 Location: Uruguay ⏰ Registration closes: September 7, 2026 🔗 Register for free: zurl.co/RSL9F
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
A heartfelt thank you to the organizers of the FOCIS Goes North: Cancer Immunology Conference for putting together such a successful and inspiring event! We’re grateful for all your hard work and dedication. 👏 #FOCIS #cancerimmunology
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Today is the final day of FOCIS Goes North: Iceland Cancer Immunology Conference🧬 It's been an inspiring few days of fascinating science, meaningful discussions, and great connections with colleagues from Iceland & around the world. #FOCISGoesNorth #CancerImmunology
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
FOCIS Goes North! 🇮🇸 Day two of the Iceland Conference is underway! We’re continuing an inspiring few days of science, collaboration, and connection here in Iceland. 🧬✨
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
FOCIS Member Society upcoming event! 🎉 🧬 BSI Congress 2026 📅 Nov 30–Dec 3, 2026 Abstract submissions close Sept 7, and registration prices increase Oct 21. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with the immunology community! 🔗zurl.co/4IwjM #BSICongress
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🚨 Registration is now open for FOCIS goes South IV: Designing and Monitoring Immunotherapies: From Mechanisms to Clinical Translation! 📅 October 13–15, 2026 📍 Location: Uruguay ⏰ Registration closes: September 7, 2026 🔗 Register for free: zurl.co/RSL9F
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Check out the July FOCIS editors' choice highlights in Science Immunology🔬 ILC2s shoot 4 making 13s: zurl.co/ZzyNS A breath of fresh AIR in novel CAR T cell design: zurl.co/KSqZI
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Let your light shine down
Systematic annotation of noncanonical ORFs illuminates the “dark” immunopeptidome.
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
🚨 Registration closes tomorrow - July 31! Explore the discoveries transforming oncology 🌍 Hear from world-renowned experts on how immunology, genetics, metabolism, tumors, and the environment are shaping the next generation of cancer treatments. 🔗: zurl.co/Cz5Qe
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Our newest FOCIS FCE Spotlight features Prof. Theresa Rossouw of the University of Pretoria, South Africa. Read her story or listen as she shares her career journey and the impact of FOCIS. 📖Read: zurl.co/p17iB 🎧Listen: zurl.co/2mS2Z #FOCIS #FOCISFCE
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
The July 2026 FOCIS Newsletter is here! Check your inbox for the latest updates, insights, and opportunities from the FOCIS community. 🚩Not a member yet? Members get exclusive early access to newsletters and more. Join FOCIS today: zurl.co/0cDH6
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
The FOCIS Journal Club takes place TOMORROW! Registration is free for everyone - don't miss out!
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Next week: FOCIS Journal Club - July 29 | 11 AM CT 📹Preview next week's paper ⬇️ 📰 HSV-1 alters lipid metabolism and induces lipid droplet accumulation in functionally impaired mouse dendritic cells. (Pablo González & Felipe Cancino) Register: zurl.co/2aVlo
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International Union of Immunological Societies @iuis-online.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Nominations for the 2026 John Maddox Prize close Aug 2. It recognizes researchers who've stood up for science and evidence in public debate, often against real opposition. Two categories: main prize and Early Career Award. Self-nominations welcome. loom.ly/mA9OARo #ImmunologyWithoutBorders
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Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung @ekfstiftung.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
The #EKFPrize27 call for nominations is open 🏆 €2.5 million for outstanding research in cell-based immunotherapies. Deadline: Aug 27, 2026 www.ekfprize27.de #ekfprize27 #EKFS #science #immunotherapy #scienceprize
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
🚨 One week to go! Join us on July 29 for the next FOCIS Journal Club: HSV-1 alters lipid metabolism and induces lipid droplet accumulation in functionally impaired mouse dendritic cells Registration is FREE! | Recording only available to FOCIS members. zurl.co/mQsU7
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Explore the Discoveries Transforming Oncology 🌍 Hear from world-renowned experts on how the immune system, tumors, genetics, metabolism, and the environment are shaping the future of cancer treatment. Registration closes August 1, 2026: zurl.co/ReA7X
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
The FOCIS Journal Club is coming up soon! This journal club will be free for everyone to attend live (recordings are for members only). HSV-1 alters lipid metabolism and induces lipid droplet accumulation in functionally impaired mouse dendritic cells zurl.co/9logd
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British Society for Immunology @britsocimm.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
📢 We've already received a fantastic response to #BSI26 abstract submissions, and we'd love to see even more! There's still time to secure your place in this year's scientific programme. Submit your abstract for an oral or poster presentation by 7 Sept: vist.ly/5bech
BSI Congress 2026, 30 Nov-3 Dec, SEC Glasgow, registration open.
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Journal of Experimental Medicine @jem.org · 16/07/2026
✍️💻 Our latest #CME activity @mskcme.bsky.social is now available! New content 📄: “Familial pulmonary alveolar proteinosis and type I interferonopathy by mutation of STAT2 (TIMS2)” (Gruber et al. doi.org/10.1084/jem....) Begin the CME here 👉 mskcc.cloud-cme.com/course/cours...
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Mucosal Immunology @mucosalimmunol.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
#ICMI2026 reviews! June Round dicusses “Beyond pathogen recognition: C-type lectin receptors in microbiota regulation”. Catch her talk Friday and read her review online now: www.mucosalimmunology.org/article/S193...
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
⏰ Less than 1 week left to submit your abstract! Join FOCIS and the University of Iceland at the 2026 Iceland Conference on August 20–21, in Reykjavík, Iceland. Don't miss this opportunity to share your research! 📅 Abstract deadline: Mon, July 20
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Check out this publication 👉 Imaging mass cytometry reveals functional and immunological changes during type 1 diabetes progression in human pancreata Read the publication: zurl.co/0lw4I Read the summary: zurl.co/bfxnx
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Imaging mass cytometry reveals functional and immunological changes during type 1 diabetes progression in human pancreata - PubMed
The pathogenesis of type 1 diabetes, particularly at autoantibody-positive preclinical stages, remains poorly understood, in part due to limited sample availability. Here we show imaging mass cytometry data of pancreas samples from 88 organ donors, including 28 single and 10 multiple autoantibody-po …
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
FOCIS is proud to welcome FAIS (the Federation of African Immunological Societies) (@FAISAfrica) as our newest Member Society! 🧬🤝 We’re excited to collaborate, connect, and advance immunology together. #Immunology #Collaboration
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
🚨 The next FOCIS Journal Club: HSV-1 alters lipid metabolism and induces lipid droplet accumulation in functionally impaired mouse dendritic cells 🗓️Wed, Jul 29, 2026 🕚11 AM–12 AM CT 🎤Pablo González, PhD & Felipe Cancino, PhD Student 🔗: zurl.co/9XYNv
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
🚨Funding Opportunity: FOCIS is pleased to share the Else Kröner Fresenius Prize for Medical Research 2027 for contributions to cell-based immunotherapies. 💰 €2.5M prize (€500K personal award + €2M for future research) 📅 Deadline: Aug. 27, 2026 🔗: zurl.co/lLspa
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Else Kröner Fresenius Prize for Medical Research 2027
Cell-based immunotherapies
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
FOCIS is proud to recognize the supporters of the upcoming Iceland Cancer Immunology Conference, taking place August 20–21, 2026. This conference would not be possible without their generous support & shared commitment! Thank you! 🔗: zurl.co/oLePm
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Happy 4th of July! Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday. 🎇
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
🎉 Congrats to our Education Chair, Alexis Kalergis, PhD, on being recognized as Immunologist of the month by @Immunopaedia FOCIS is proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of Dr. Kalergis' contributions to the field.. 🔗: zurl.co/j3Joh #Immunology
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Check out the June editors' choice highlights in Science Immunology🔬 Let your light shine down: zurl.co/trQqB Rogue clones: When MS autoimmunity goes viral: zurl.co/sIA9j
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Science | AAAS
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
🎉Congratulations to the Officers of the FOCIS Board of Directors! We are thrilled to welcome this exceptional group of leaders who will help guide FOCIS and support our mission to advance clinical immunology through collaboration, innovation, and education.
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Check out the May editors' choice highlights in Science Immunology🔬 A parasite partner for regulatory affairs: zurl.co/mR7AQ B cells gone broad: A deep dive into SARS-CoV-2 antibody breadth: zurl.co/Skjqy
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Skull-pting meningeal immunity: Skull bone channels shape neonatal meningeal immune cell trafficking
Osteoclast-mediated skull bone channel remodeling influences meningeal immune infiltration upon challenge.
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
The FOCIS meeting would not have been possible without the incredible support of our 2026 supporters! A huge thank you to each of our sponsors and partners for helping make this year’s meeting such a success. We can’t wait to see everyone back in Boston in 2027! ✨
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🎉 FOCIS is excited to announce Megan Levings, PhD, as our new President for the 2026–2028 term. We look forward to her leadership as FOCIS continues to foster collaboration, innovation, and excellence across the global immunology community. Please join us in congratulating her!
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FOCIS - Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies @focisimmunology.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🌍 Join FOCIS in Reykjavík, Iceland! Aug 20–21, 2026 | University of Iceland Join us to learn how the immune system interacts with tumors and how research is transforming the future of cancer therapy! Learn More: zurl.co/6ghpH
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