Annual Upstate New York Immunology Conference

The Annual Upstate New York Immunology Conference is a prominent event designed to foster collaborations and interactions among participants from various institutions. This gathering aims to provide an opportunity for postdoctoral fellows and graduate students to present their research. Past keynote speakers have included renowned experts such as Eugene Oltz, PhD, from The Ohio State University, Shabaana A. Khader, PhD, from The University of Chicago, and Dario A. Vignali, PhD, from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Their presentations have delved into critical topics related to inflammation, innate immunity, cytokine function, and adaptive lymphoid cells.The conference includes a Poster Session and Vendor Fair Mixer, featuring a drawing for two Apple iPads exclusively for registered trainees. Trainees are encouraged to submit poster abstracts, with the chance to be considered for prestigious awards such as the AAI Young Investigator Award or the NYIC Trainee Award. An esteemed Scientific Advisory Board will evaluate the submissions based on their scientific merit. Those selected for awards will also have the opportunity to present their work orally during the conference. It is important for participants to adhere to specific guidelines for abstract submission, including formatting and word limits, to ensure their work is considered. The event is supported by various institutions, including Albany Medical College, Cornell University, and others, and is backed by an NIH R13 grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, which has funded the conference for 19 years.The conference organizers are committed to maintaining a safe environment free from harassment and discrimination. A detailed Conference Safety Plan is in place, outlining the expected conduct for all participants and providing channels for reporting any violations. The goal is to create a respectful atmosphere that promotes learning and collaboration among attendees. In addition to the competitive awards and opportunities for presentations, the conference is an excellent platform for networking and sharing ideas, furthering the advancement of immunological research in New York and beyond.