Conference Scene: Understanding Pathogen Evasion of Host Immunity

Abstract

This novel conference organized by EuroSciCon hosted scientists from across Europe with research interests varying in pathogen type and branch of immunology. The conference was intentionally convened to promote cross-disciplinary discussion and interaction among immunologists differing in research background. The day involved several talks in addition to a question and answer session chaired by an expert panel, allowing researchers to discuss and integrate their diverse interests and findings in a novel forum. This report highlights topical research in bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic interactions with host immunity.