
ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast
Hosted by Dr Lara Dungan and Dr Vyanka Redenbaugh, this is the podcast where we tell you all about the most exciting research going on in the world of immunology, so grab a cup of tea, sit down and relax and we’ll fill you in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Aug 21, 2023 • 33min
ImmunoTea Episode 8 - Cytokine Biology and Translational Immunology
Dr. Darragh Duffy, a translational immunology expert involved in the Milieu Interieur project, dives into the complexities of immune responses. He discusses the critical role of type 1 interferons in viral infections and their influence on autoimmune conditions, along with recent insights from COVID-19 research. The conversation also covers JAK inhibitors and their benefits for autoimmune diseases, the nuanced use of steroids in treatment, and groundbreaking research on immune diversity, all while keeping things engaging and light-hearted!

Jul 16, 2023 • 44min
ImmunoTea Episode 7 - Primary Immune Deficiencies and Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Syndrome.
On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Dr V. Koneti Rao all about primary immune deficiencies and the disease autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome (ALPS). This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast, presented by Dr Lara Dungan and Dr Vyanka Redenbaugh. This is the show where we tell you all about the most exciting research going on in the world of immunology. So grab a cup of tea, sit down and relax and we'll fill you in. Contact us at ImmunoTeaPodcast@gmail.com or @ImmunoTea on twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 19, 2023 • 23min
ImmunoTea Episode 6 - The Complement Pathway in Autoimmune Neurological Diseases
On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Dr Jennifer McCombe all about the complement pathway and its involvement in autoimmune neurological diseases. This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast, presented by Dr Lara Dungan and Dr Vyanka Redenbaugh. This is the show where we tell you all about the most exciting research going on in the world of immunology. So grab a cup of tea, sit down and relax and we'll fill you in. Contact us at ImmunoTeaPodcast@gmail.com or @ImmunoTea on twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 21, 2023 • 24min
ImmunoTea Episode 5 - Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Dr Joanne Masterson all about eosinophilic oesophagitis. This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast, presented by Dr Lara Dungan and Dr Vyanka Redenbaugh. This is the show where we tell you all about the most exciting research going on in the world of immunology. So grab a cup of tea, sit down and relax and we'll fill you in. Contact us at ImmunoTeaPodcast@gmail.com or @ImmunoTea on twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 16, 2023 • 38min
ImmunoTea Episode 4 - The Microbiome
On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Dr Aonghus Lavelle all about the microbiomes of the human body. This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast, presented by Dr Lara Dungan and Dr Vyanka Redenbaugh. This is the show where we tell you all about the most exciting research going on in the world of immunology. So grab a cup of tea, sit down and relax and we'll fill you in. Contact us at ImmunoTeaPodcast@gmail.com or @ImmunoTea on twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 20, 2023 • 39min
ImmunoTea Episode 3 - Stem cell transplantation
On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Prof Emma Morris all about stem cell transplantation and gene editing for inborn errors of immunity. This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast, presented by Dr Lara Dungan and Dr Vyanka Redenbaugh. This is the show where we tell you all about the most exciting research going on in the world of immunology. So grab a cup of tea, sit down and relax and we'll fill you in. Contact us at ImmunoTeaPodcast@gmail.com or @ImmunoTea on twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 2023 • 25min
ImmunoTea Episode 2 - Peanut Allergy and Immunotherapy
In this engaging conversation, Prof. Jonathan Hourihane, a leading authority on pediatric peanut allergy and immunotherapy, dives into the complexities of Type 1 hypersensitivity reactions. He discusses groundbreaking strategies for managing peanut allergies, including the impact of early allergen exposure. The dialogue highlights oral and epicutaneous immunotherapy, revealing pivotal clinical trials like the Artemis trial. Prof. Hourihane also shares insights on future innovations and the need for proactive public health guidelines to enhance treatment outcomes for children.

Jan 9, 2023 • 51min
ImmunoTea Episode 1 - IL-17 and Neurological Autoimmunity
In this fascinating discussion, distinguished immunologist Prof. Kingston Mills and neurological autoimmunity expert Dr. Anastasia Zekeridou dive deep into the powerful cytokine IL-17. They unpack its dual role in diseases like multiple sclerosis, emphasizing targeted therapies and potential risks of blocking IL-17. The guests also touch on the role of tissue-resident memory T cells and the implications of immune responses in paraneoplastic neurological syndromes. Their insights on antibody pathogenicity and the intersection of cancer treatment with neurological autoimmunity are truly enlightening.
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