In 2023, we attended the 18th International Congress of Immunology, hosted by the International Union of Immunological Societies, in Cape Town, South Africa, and recorded daily episodes discussing highlights of the conference. Here is the fourth of five special episodes from the meeting, in which Brenda and Jason discuss sessions on the HIV/AIDS epidemic and vaccination strategies to prepare for the next pandemic.


IUIS 2023: Day 4
Dec 1, 2023
The discussion dives into the ongoing fight against the HIV/AIDS epidemic, highlighting the importance of activism and equitable treatment access. Gut microbiota's influence on immune responses emerges as a key theme, particularly its role in boosting anti-tumor immunity and affecting immunotherapy outcomes. Innovative strategies in cytokine engineering are explored, linking to pandemic preparedness and the value of pre-approved vaccine platforms. The insights into tissue resident memory cells versus exhausted T cells in tumors offer a fresh take on cancer immunity.
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1 2 3 4 5
Intro
00:00 • 5min
Exploring the Gut Immune Connection and Its Implications
05:01 • 4min
Exploring the Interplay of Gut Microbiota and Immunotherapy in Cancer Treatment
08:48 • 3min
Exploring Tissue Resident Memory Cells and T Cell Exhaustion in Tumor Immunology
11:54 • 5min
Innovations in Cytokine Engineering and Pandemic Preparedness
16:47 • 3min