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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 28/09/2026

Current #rabies vaccines require regular boosters. Why? A big part of the problem is that rabies shape-shifts to avoid the immune system. With a clearer view of the rabies viral structure, scientists can design vaccines that tell the body how to make more durable, neutralizing antibodies. #vaccines

Graphic with a background photo of a female LJI scientist in a lab setting. She is sitting next to a microscope and looking at the camera. Text reads: Rabies vaccines don't provide lifelong protection. You have to get your pets boosted every year to three years. Right now, rabies vaccines for humans and domestic animals are made from killed virus. But this process can cause the molecules to become misshapen—so these vaccines aren't showing the right form to the immune system." The speaker is LJI President, Professor & CEO Erica Ollmann Saphire, Ph.D., MBA

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 28/09/2026

For #WorldRabiesDay, we're share some surprising facts and research updates from LJI's #virology experts. Why rabies? Rabies treatments save lives. They're also inaccessible for most people around the world. LJI scientists are working to change this through new #rabies vaccine research. 1/🧵

Graphic with a background photo of a fox. Text reads: "We have a rabies vaccine. Why are scientists still studying it?"

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 22/09/2026

We’re thrilled to celebrate four LJI researchers named 2026 Scilit Top Cited Scholars: Alessandro Sette, Dr. Biol. Sci., Shane Crotty, Ph.D., Daniela Weiskopf, Ph.D., and Bjoern Peters, Ph.D.! #Immunology #SanDiego #ImmuneSystem #Health #Medicine

Collage with portraits of four scientists: Alex Sette, Shane Crotty, Daniela Weiskopf, and Bjoern Peters. Text reads: FOUR LJI scientists named 2026 Scilit Top Cited Scholars

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 15/09/2026

We've kicked off the 2026 LEAD Day program! This afternoon features a panel with: 👉 Eric Topol, MD, Scripps Research VP @erictopol.bsky.social 👉 LJI Associate Prof. Ferhat Ay, Ph.D. @ferhatay.bsky.social 👉 Global Autoimmune Disease Assistant Prof. Sam Myers, Ph.D. @samyers-lab.bsky.social 1/🧵

Photo of a conference room with people looking at a speaker at a lecturn

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 15/09/2026

Starting at 1:30pm Pacific today — We'll be live-posting from the LEAD Day scientific panel at Scripps Seaside Forum. ☀️ Stay tuned for #AutoimmuneDisease insights from LJI experts and Dr. Eric Topol (@erictopol.bsky.social)! Made possible by @autoimmunegai.bsky.social

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 01/09/2026

LJI Postdoc Erik Ehinger, Ph.D., is working to give T cells a boost. 💪 If his strategy succeeds, he could help the immune system fight cancer in an entirely new way. #SanDiego #biotech #biomed #CancerResearch #Health #Medicine

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 26/08/2026

Thousands of people are infected with #Zika virus each year — and MANY more are at risk as Zika-carrying mosquitoes move into new regions 🌎 🦟 Here's a look at Zika by-the-numbers. #Health #Medicine #InfectiousDisease #Viruses #Immunology

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 20/08/2026

There are no approved vaccines for dengue or Zika virus, but Dr. Shresta is working to change that. Her lab is developing tools to help us fight many mosquito-borne viruses at once. These vaccines would bring us closer to LJI’s mission: Life Without Disease. #WorldMosquitoDay #Health #Medicine

Photo of Dr. Shresta looking into a microscope. She has medium-length brown hair and is wearing a white lab coat. Includes a quote from Dr. Shresta. Quote reads: “If we can pair the most promising vaccine candidates with the optimal vaccine platforms, we’ll have the pieces in place to rapidly combat future outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics.”

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 20/08/2026

Dr. Shresta’s research is more urgent than ever. #Dengue virus takes thousands of lives every year around the world + the first-ever locally transmitted dengue cases were reported in #SanDiego County in 2024. #WorldMosquitoDay #Viruses #ImmuneSystem #Immunology

World Map showing the Atlantic Ocean, parts of North America, South America, Europe, and Africa. A news headline is highlighted from the San Diego Union-Tribune. Headline reads: “San Diego County detects its second locally acquired dengue case.” Includes a quote from LJI Professor Sujan Shresta. Quote reads: “Areas once free of dengue are seeing sporadic cases, and sporadic transmission eventually gives way to recurring outbreaks.”

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 20/08/2026

Mosquitoes are moving into new habitats, and #SanDiego scientists are looking for ways to fight back 🚫🦟 LJI Professor Sujan Shresta, Ph.D., is investigating vaccine strategies to prevent severe cases of mosquito-borne #dengue, #Zika, and related viruses. #WorldMosquitoDay #Health #Medicine 🧵1/3

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 20/08/2026

Mosquito-borne diseases are a serious threat in #SanDiego and around the world. Here at LJI, top scientists are working toward life-saving vaccines and therapies against #Zika, #dengue, and their viral relatives. Our goal? Life Without Disease #WorldMosquitoDay #Health #Medicine #Immunology

Photo of mosquito landing on a green leaf. Text reads: LJI scientists are guiding the development of vaccines that can fight many mosquito-borne diseases at once. #WorldMosquitoDay

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 20/08/2026

# 3: San Diego County is home to invasive mosquitoes (from the Aedes genus) that have the ability to carry #dengue virus, #Zika virus, and even Japanese encephalitis virus. These viruses aren’t spreading here—yet. But our climate may be the perfect environment for outbreaks. #WorldMosquitoDay 🦟

Photo of mosquito landing on human skin. The mosquito has black-and-white striped limbs and a red abdomen. Text reads: Dengue fever is sometimes called “breakbone fever” because it can cause severe joint and muscle pain. #WorldMosquitoDay

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 20/08/2026

#2: Salt marsh mosquito numbers are booming this summer, thanks to San Diego County’s humid weather and high tides, which have filled our marshes. These mosquitoes are a problem because they can carry heartworm + two types of equine encephalitis viruses.🦠#WorldMosquitoDay #virology #PublicHealth

Photo of many mosquitoes landing on white netting. Text reads: Salt marsh mosquitoes are common along the coast of San Diego, and they can ride strong winds into new habitats. #WorldMosquitoDay

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 20/08/2026

Mosquitoes matter in #SanDiego County. Here are three reasons we’re on high alert 🧵 #1: San Diego mosquitoes can carry devastating diseases, such as West Nile virus (which sickens humans) and heartworm parasites (which sickens dogs, cats + other mammals). #WorldMosquitoDay #health #medicine 🦟

Photo of mosquito landing on human skin. Text reads: More than 8,000 West Nile virus cases and over 400 deaths have been reported in California since 2003. #WorldMosquitoDay

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 18/08/2026

🗓️ Sept. 15, from 1:30-3:00 PM, @ Scripps Seaside Forum Join #SanDiego scientists for the LEAD Day scientific panel on "AI and Multi-Omics: Building a New Era of Autoimmune and Chronic Disease Research." #AI #Health #Medicine Free registration + complementary shuttle 👉 Sign up today: bit.ly/4g5hx7l

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 07/08/2026

Congratulations, Prof. Alessandro Sette (@settelab.bsky.social), winner of the Rose Payne Award from The American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI)! This award recognizes Dr. Sette's breakthroughs in the field of HLA. #Immunology #ImmuneSystem

Banner for ASHI Award. Text reads: ASHI is proud to present the 2026 Award Winners. Graphic has photo of Dr. Alessandro Sette. The caption reads: Rose Payne Award, LJI Professor Alessandro Sette, Dr.Bio.Sci.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 03/08/2026

A massive analysis of immune cells in human tissue is yielding clues to the root cause of lung and autoimmune diseases 🫁 🧬 🔬 LJI scientists investigated the role of specialized “tissue-resident” immune cells in inflammation and disease development. 1/🧵 @natimmunol.nature.com #Health #Medicine

Graphic with a background of green, blue, and yellow cells under the microscope. Text reads: Immune cells in human lung tissue may drive the development of autoimmune disease"

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 31/07/2026

Dr. Topol will also deliver remarks as our LEAD Day honoree this Sept. 15. Register for LEAD Day today: donate.lji.org/event/lead-d... — Supported by @autoimmunegai.bsky.social #Autoimmunity #Inflammation #Health #Medicine #Immunology #SanDiego

Graphic to promote LEAD Day. Text reads: "LEAD Day: Lectures, Empowerment, and Awareness for Autoimmune Disease. Made possible by the generous support of Global Autoimmune Institute: Empowering Solutions"

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 01/07/2026

The La Jolla Immunology Conference is happening Oct. 6-8 at @salkinstitute.bsky.social 📆 The speaker list is now live, and registration/abstract submissions are open! www.lajollaic.org #LaJolla #SanDiego #immunology #health #medicine #ImmuneSystem

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 25/06/2026

Allergy research begins with the immune system! At LJI, breakthroughs in immunology are helping make Life Without Disease possible. Learn how to support this research: www.lji.org/support/ #WorldAllergyWeek #Allergies #LifeWithoutDisease

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 23/06/2026

A warm welcome to our 2026 LJI summer interns! 🎉 Every year, we welcome university and high school interns who come from across #SanDiego County to learn, connect, grow, and inspire us with their enthusiasm for science! We can't wait to see what our 2026 interns accomplish! #STEMCareers #Health

Photo of 10 teenage and college-age students in white lab coats. They are standing outside and posing as a group.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 17/06/2026

Congratulations to LJI’s own Jeffrey King for being selected by @ash.hematology.org to receive the ASH HIP Graduate Student Award, part of ASH’s investment in research and the next generation of hematologists! 🩸🔬 bit.ly/44gvrN2 #ASHAwards #Fight4Hematology #Health #Medicine #SanDiego #hematology

Award announcement graphic. Image reads: American Hematology Society, Fight 4 Hematology. There is a portrait photo of Jeffrey King. Text reads: 2026 Recipient ASH HIP Graduate Student Award, Jeffrey King, La Jolla Institute for Immunology, Rao Lab. There is a gold stamp that reads: "2026 Recipient"

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 14/05/2026

Live from the Lab! 🔬 May 20 @ 12pm Pacific: Join our latest webinar, moderated by Erica Ollmann Saphire, Ph.D., MBA, Professor, President, and CEO! Researchers Kelly Shaffer and Onyeka Chukwudozie will share their latest efforts to fight #Ebola and #Lassa viruses. RSVP: bit.ly/42zE1py #Virology

Graphic for the "Live from the Lab" event. Reads: La Jolla Institute for Immunology Webinar & Discussion: "A fresh look at viruses, featuring Kelly Shaffer and Onyeka Chukwudozie. Wednesday, May 2, 2026, 12:00 to 1:00 pm (PT)

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 08/05/2026

Huge cheers to LJI's Saphire Lab for their groundbreaking, NIH-funded #measles study! The antibodies they discovered may serve as the world's first measles treatment. 🏥 Learn more: bit.ly/42lQ2P7 @cp-cellhostmicrobe.bsky.social #Health #Medicine #SanDiego #Immunology

Group portrait of LJI Saphire Lab members. They are wearing black jackets and posing in front of the LJI building. They are smiling in fun poses for the camera.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 04/05/2026

🎉 LJI has been included in the inaugural 2026 Cure Innovation Index, a national benchmark evaluating how effectively biomedical institutions translate discovery into real-world #health impact! #Immunology #ImmuneSystem #Medicine #SanDiego #TranslationalScience #CureInnovationIndex

Graphic with award info. Reads: #19, Research institutes driving real-world health impact. Cure: Most Innovative Institutions 2026. Background image with a photo of the LJI building.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 01/05/2026

For Arthritis and Lupus Awareness Month this May, we’re spotlighting LJI's research into one of the most complex autoimmune diseases: lupus. And where better to investigate than the ... nose? 👃 Read more: mag.lji.org/fall2025/wha... #Lupus #AutoimmuneDisease #Health #Medicine

Graphic with black and white photo of the nose. Text reads: Lupus leaves clues in an unexpected place: The nose

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 30/04/2026

There's a hidden army of immune cells in your nasal passages — and we can train them to fight the flu! 💪 Check out our new #FluMist study from LJI Professor & CSO Shane Crotty (@profshanecrotty.bsky.social): bit.ly/3QQiKoH #Health #Medicine #Biology #VaccineResearch #SanDiego

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 31/03/2026

Experts recently gathered for an LJI panel on "The Pandemic We Didn't See" — about current research (and misconceptions) surrounding #LongCOVID and post-viral disease. Catch the conversation— 📽️ YouTube: bit.ly/4mco3dN 👂 Spotify: bit.ly/4dRqOPt #health #medicine #immunology #ChronicDisease

Photo of four people sitting in front of an audience for a recent LJI "Life Without Disease" panel. Text overlays the photo. It reads: The Pandemic We Didn't See. Mechanisms, Myths, and What We Actually Know About Long COVID and Post-Viral Disease"

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 17/03/2026

So much fun hosting students from Canyon Hills High School last Friday 🤩 These bright young minds heard from some of our incredible researchers and toured our lab spaces, getting a closer look at science in action! 🧪 #STEM #STEMCareers #SanDiego #LaJolla #Science #Immunology

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 17/03/2026

This week is Long COVID Awareness Week, so we're taking a close look at this #ChronicDisease, which affects ~ 27% of COVID survivors. Want to learn more? Check out our Mar. 19 "Life Without Disease" event at LJI. Info here: bit.ly/4blRy92 #health #medicine #SanDiego #LaJolla #COVID19

Join us on March 19, 2026, for a Life Without Disease event featuring LJI Associate Professor Sonia Sharma, Ph.D., UC San Diego Health cardiologist Pam Taub, M.D., FACC, FASPC, and award-winning health journalist Jason Gale. Dive into the science of post-viral diseases and learn about the urgent efforts to help patients recover from long COVID. This panel discussion will be moderated by LJI Professor, President & CEO Erica Ollmann Saphire, Ph.D., MBA.

Join us after the panel for refreshments and a signing of Jason Gale's book: After Covid. The Health Impacts That Will Last Generations.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 25/02/2026

New in @cp-cell.bsky.social — Researchers combine 3D genome organization + RNA processing to shed light on mysterious nuclear "speckles." doi.org/10.1016/j.ce... #Health #Medicine #Biology #CellularBiology #Imaging

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 12/02/2026

We ❤️ immunology! 🤗 Cell-ebrate your sweetheart this year with our nerdy LJI Valentines! #Immunology #ImmuneSystem #Antibodies #Science #SciArt #Biology #CellularBiology

Valentine's design #1: "You plus me equals thymus" with a graphic of a thymus. The "us" in "thymus" is separated by a hyphen.

Valentines design #2: "I have a high affinity for you" with image of a heart with antibody structure attached to it. Floating antibodies in the background

Valentine's design #3: "I've got my lypho-cytes set on you!" with cartoon of an immune cell in front of a frilly heart. Immune cell has cartoon eyes and a smile.

Valentines design #4: "I'm glycan you a lot! Happy Valentines" with neon colors depicting glycans.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 30/01/2026

LJI scientists joined the ALS Network Summit last week to share their groundbreaking findings on the role of T cells in #ALS. LJI Prof. Alessandro Sette (@settelab.bsky.social) presented his latest findings, and Emil Johansson presented a poster on his work! Learn more: bit.ly/4k81Zjr

Posed photo of scientist Emil Johansson. He is standing next to an easel that holds a large poster with his research results and data.

Posed photo of Ginny Chacos, Alessandro Sette and Emil Johansson. They are standing inside a large hallway next to a sign that reads: ALS Network Researchers Summit. Welcome"

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 23/01/2026

On Thursday, students from Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN), Mexico, presented their final projects to wrap up their 6-month research experience at LJI!

Posed photo of seven IPN scientists outside the LJI building. From left to right: Jesús Adrián Salgado López, Alejandra Cecilia Herrera Ramírez, Rosa Isabel Cid García, Sofía Nohemí Rodríguez Flores, Mariana Parra González, Oscar Martinez Ceh

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 22/12/2025

Happy holidays from the LJI Communications team! We hope the new year brings you health, happiness, and unstoppable curiosity! ✨🔬✨

Selfie photo of four LJI employees. They are standing outside near trees and smiling for a group photo.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 14/11/2025

Seven LJI researchers are on the #Clarivate #HighlyCited2025 list this year! clarivate.com/highly-cited... Congratulations to Shane Crotty, Ph.D., Jason Greenbaum, Ph.D., Alba Grifoni, Ph.D., Bjoern Peters, Ph.D., Alessandro Sette, Dr.Biol.Sci., John Sidney, Ph.D., and Daniela Weiskopf, Ph.D.!

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 12/11/2025

LJI scientists are leaders in #Immunology. Their work fuels #Health and #Medical advances around the world! 🌎 Learn more about recent LJI breakthroughs: bit.ly/4oHodKE #HighlyCited #SanDiego #LaJolla

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 03/11/2025

This is a defining moment for women’s #health research — Join Women’s Health Access Matters (WHAM) for "Women’s Health Research: The Silent Gap, The Loud Opportunity," a virtual forum with leaders in the field. 📍 Virtual | November 18 | 2:30–5:00 PM ET | FREE Register: bit.ly/4qLqWEu

Graphic for an event held by Womens Health Access Matters (WHAM). Graphic includes photos of a scientist holding a test tube full of fluid. Text reads: Women's Health Research: The Silent Gap, the Loud Opportunity.

Virtual: The WHAM Fall Forum and Edge Awards presentation. November 18th, 2:30 to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time. Register now — link in caption

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 23/10/2025

Happening today @ 4:30 pm — Join Dr. Daniela Weiskopf for a fascinating "Life Without Disease" event at La Jolla Institute! Dr. Weiskopf will share research on "The Immunity Puzzle: What Drives Recovery or Chronic Disease?" Then we'll enjoy a lively reception! Register: bit.ly/47nEXPF #SanDiego

Graphic advertising the "Life Without Disease" Event Series. Graphic shows a portrait photo of Dr. Daniela Weiskopf. The event date is Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 15/10/2025

We are pleased to announce that LJI has ranked #5 in the San Diego Business Journal #BestPlacesToWork! This honor is only possible thanks to the wonderful LJI employees who have committed themselves to scientific discovery and the betterment of human health 🙌 🔬 bit.ly/4nMRJ17 #SanDiego #Science

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 08/10/2025

Fighting an infection? Your T regulatory cells (Tregs) keep infection-fighting CD8+ “killer” T cells from accidentally harming too many healthy cells: bit.ly/4nZnXWs #NobelPrize #HeartDisease #Medicine #Health #InfectiousDisease #ImmuneSystem #Immunology

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 07/10/2025

What happens if T regulatory cells (Tregs) go bad? Scientists have linked "deprogrammed" Tregs to dangerous inflammation and cardiovascular disease: bit.ly/3Ww1hRX #NobelPrize #HeartDisease #Medicine #Health

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 07/10/2025

#NobelPrize research led by Drs. Brunkow, Ramsdell, and Sakaguchi revealed the workings of T regulatory cells (Tregs) and opened the door to new therapies for autoimmune disease! Tregs are major players in the immune system, and they may be critical in ALS: www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 30/09/2025

Exciting "Live from the Lab" webinar coming up TOMORROW, Oct. 1, at 12 PM Pacific! Join Dr. Sonia Sharma, Dr. Amparo Martínez Pérez and Laura Hinojosa for a fascinating discussion on sex-based differences, #immunology, #endometriosis, hormonal contraceptives + more bit.ly/42PtR4o #Health #Medicine

Please join us on October 1, 2025, for La Jolla Institute for Immunology’s most recent installment of Live from the Lab, moderated by Associate Professor Sonia Sharma, Ph.D., and featuring 2025 Tullie and Rickey Families SPARK Awards for Innovations in Immunology winners Amparo Martínez Pérez, Ph.D., and Laura Hinojosa. Their conversation will explore how sex-based differences shape immune responses, with a spotlight on two fully philanthropy-funded research projects: Dr. Martínez Pérez’s investigation of specialized immune cells in menstrual blood as a novel window into endometriosis, and Hinojosa’s work mapping how hormonal contraceptives may reshape immune cell function. Together, their studies represent bold steps toward a more complete and equitable understanding of the female immune system.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 02/09/2025

The new study is #OpenAccess — and there are great videos of the #SARSCoV2 structure solved thanks to LJI's cutting-edge cryo-electron microscopy facility!

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 26/08/2025

Congratulations to LJI Professor, President & CEO Erica Ollmann Saphire, Ph.D., MBA! Dr. Saphire has been named the 2025 Mainly Mozart #SanDiego Genius Award Honoree in recognition of her groundbreaking #immunology research and leadership in the scientific community! 🔬 www.mainlymozart.org/genius

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 05/08/2025

Congratulations to the talented group of LJI summer interns who presented their work on Friday! 🔬😀 These interns got hands-on experience with immune system research this summer — and gained great career experience! #SanDiego #STEM #Immunology

Photo of a speaker at a lectern at the front of the Seminar Room.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 04/08/2025

Cheers for the LJI scientists and staff who walked, spun, ran, and rode in the Curebound #Cancer Challenge, held yesterday at @ucsandiego.bsky.social! This awesome team braved the heat and even exceeded their fundraising goal for #CancerResearch! Way to go! 🎉 #SanDiego #LaJolla #health

Group photo of La Jolla Institute employees in front of a banner for the Curebound Cancer Challenge. There are 23 people in the photo. Most of them are wearing matching blue LJI shirts. They are outside. They are smiling at the camera.

A selfie-style photo of six LJI employees at the Curebound Cancer Challenge. They are pedaling on stationary bikes as they smile at the camera.

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 01/08/2025

Cockroach allergies are surprisingly common, especially in kids! Learn more about cockroach allergies -- and the fascinating science of #allergy shots: bit.ly/3Uq3Hkp #biology #health #immunology #ImmuneSystem #SanDiego

Graphic on The Basics of:
Cockroach Allergies.

Facts:
- Between 17% and 41% of Americans have cockroach allergies.
- Symptoms include year-round congestion, coughing, sneezing,
wheezing, and rashes.
- An allergist can perform a
blood test or skin test to
detect a cockroach allergy.
- Cockroach saliva, droppings, and shedded body parts
are common triggers for
allergies and allergic asthma.
- The German cockroach (Blattella germanica) is
the most common species of cockroach found in the United States.
SOURCES: American College of allergy, asthma and immunology
Cleveland Clinic

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La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI) @lji.org · 24/06/2025

Welcome, LJI summer interns! We hope you learn, grow, and make strong connections this summer as you explore #STEM careers and more at La Jolla Institute for Immunology! 🔬🎉

Group photo taken outside La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI). Interns are wearing white lab coats. They are joined by their mentors and program donors and supporters.

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