At IMMUNOLOGY2026™ in Boston, AAI will present several brand-new sessions and activities for the first time. Here’s your rundown of what to expect this April. Don’t forget to register now!
A Deeper Dive…
A Deeper Dive gives AAI members the chance to spend the morning with the distinguished speakers from the previous evening’s lecture. At these small gatherings, you’ll get the rare chance to:
- Revisit key themes from the evening lectures
- Ask questions you didn’t have time for
- Explore the science beneath the headline findings
- Gain fresh insight and hear the stories behind the data.
AAI President Uli von Andrian will host the first Deeper Dive on Thursday morning, April 16, and the Distinguished Lecturers will each be featured on the morning following their talk. Indicate your interest in a Deeper Dive when you register for the meeting.
Poster Walks
Attendees can join a poster walk led by experienced scientists. These walks help attendees to explore cutting edge research on display in the poster hall in a guided, interactive format. If you would like to lead a poster walk and help new attendees get familiar with the poster sessions, sign up during meeting registration.
Findings in 5
IMMUNOLOGY2026™ attendees who submit a late-breaking abstract have an opportunity to present their work to their peers at the AAI Booth Theater in a new Findings in 5 session. Abstracts that are selected for Findings in 5 will be allocated a slot within a 30-minute session to guide the audience through their abstract in 5 minutes. Sessions will be held in the AAI Booth Theater in the Exhibit Hall.
All accepted late-breaking abstracts (including those selected for a Findings in 5 presentation) will be presented as posters during designated Poster Sessions.
NextGen Immunologists Day
NextGen Immunologists Day welcomes undergraduate students into the immunology community through a full day of hands-on learning, scientific exploration, and meaningful connection. At no extra charge, this immersive program provides undergrads with opportunities to learn about current immunology research and share their own research. In Attendees will also learn professional skills like how to navigate a scientific meeting, practice professional communication skills, and build supportive relationships with peers and mentors. Through poster activities, guided walks, networking, demonstrations, and simulations, students will gain the confidence, clarity, and community support they need as they explore their future in science.
And Don’t Miss…
IMMUNOLOGY2026™ offers a range of sessions to help you in your career and network with like-minded people. From sessions on “How to Have a Successful Postdoctoral Experience” to “Navigating the NIH Funding Process,” “Careers Speed Networking,” and “Professions in Biotech,” there is something for scientists at all career stages. Find out more by browsing the program on the IMMUNOLOGY2026™ website.
