13 Feb Virtual Advanced School of Immunology

School of Immunology 2026: Training Opportunity for PhD Students in Medicine and Experimental Therapies

The PhD Programme in Medicine and Experimental Therapies is pleased to announce the School of Immunology 2026, organized by the Società Italiana di Immunologia, Immunologia Clinica e Allergologia (SIICA) and included among the official training activities of our doctoral programme.

The initiative is promoted by Marco Gargaro, member of the PhD Board and SIICA member, within the framework of the Society’s Junior Faculty activities.

The School will take place virtually from March 2nd to 5th, 2026, offering a high-level scientific programme featuring internationally renowned speakers and sessions focused on both fundamental immunology and professional development.

📅 Scientific Programme

March 2nd – Immune cell aging and immunosenescence

• Lecture: M. Mittelbrunn (Spanish Research Council, CSIC)

• Technology Lecture: A. Sistigu (Catholic University of the Sacred Heart)

March 3rd – Immune regulation of tissue environment

• Technology Lecture: C. Scheele (VIB Leuven)

• Lecture: A. Hidalgo (Yale University)

March 4th – Peripheral immune tolerance

• Lecture: F. Powrie (Oxford University)

• Technology Lecture: S. Piconese (Sapienza University of Rome)

March 5th – Career Development Webinar

• “Writing proposals and raising funds” – N. Enke (Scienza Berlin)

🎯 A Strategic Opportunity for PhD Training

The School represents a valuable opportunity for our doctoral students, offering:

• Cutting-edge scientific insights into key areas of modern immunology

• Advanced technological perspectives applied to immunological research

• A dedicated session on grant writing and fundraising, particularly relevant for future fellowship and funding applications

Participation is strongly encouraged, as the programme is fully aligned with the educational objectives of the PhD in Medicine and Experimental Therapies.

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