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 final of five special episodes from the meeting, in which Brenda and Jason discuss sessions on integrins and ebola vaccine trials.


IUIS 2023: Day 5
Dec 3, 2023
The podcast highlights groundbreaking research on integrins and their role in immune recognition. It discusses the intriguing effects of antibiotics in pregnant mice on offspring's immune health and asthma risks. Ethical challenges in vaccine trials, particularly for Ebola and cancer, are also examined, along with insights from the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine development. Additionally, the episode reflects on the scheduling strategies for COVID vaccinations and celebrates significant achievements in immunology.
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1 2 3 4 5
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Insights into Immunology: Integrins, STAT3, and Reproductive Immunity
01:30 • 6min
Antibiotics, Immunity, and Infant Health
07:12 • 9min
Ethical Challenges and Vaccine Development Insights
15:53 • 2min
Insights on COVID Vaccination Timelines and Celebrating Immunological Achievements
17:58 • 2min