Type 2 Immunity in Homeostasis and Disease (3rd edition)

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Following the success of the previous editions, VIB is proud to welcome you back to Ghent for the 3rd edition of Type 2 Immunity in Homeostasis and Disease. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Bijloke —a 13th-century architectural treasure— this 2026 conference promises to be a vital meeting point for the international immunology community.

This year’s program brings together world-leading experts and rising voices to explore the latest insights into type 2 immunity beyond its classical boundaries. Across five focused sessions, we’ll dive into:

Effector Mechanisms in Homeostasis, Repair, and Dysregulation
Interacting Cell Types and Tissue Niches
Neuro/Endocrine Crosstalk
Pathology and Allergic Disease
Infectious Disease, Cancer, and Fibrosis

As therapeutic strategies increasingly target type 2 pathways, understanding the full spectrum of their roles has never been more urgent. Join us to engage with cutting-edge science, foster collaboration, and help shape the future of immune-driven therapies.

Speakers

Dean Sheppard - University of California, US
Xingbin AI - Harvard Medical School, US
David Artis - Jill Roberts Institute for Research in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, US
Nora Barrett - Harvard Medical School, US
Daniel Dwyer - Harvard Medical School, US
Nicolas Gaudenzio - INSERM, INFINITY, FR
and many more.. visit our website for a full overview of all speakers

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