Annual meeting focused on immune system research and training
Official title: 57th Annual Meeting of the Society for Leukocyte Biology
Funded at Rhode Island Hospital · NIH-10999845 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together scientists who study how our immune system works, especially for those just starting out in their careers, so they can share ideas and learn from each other, with some getting help to travel to the meeting.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rhode Island Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $13,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AI186425-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10999845 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would be young investigators and trainees in the field of immunology and leukocyte biology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic research or do not have a background in immunology may not receive direct benefits from this meeting.
What this research studies
This research involves organizing the 57th Annual Meeting of the Society for Leukocyte Biology, which will focus on innate and adaptive immunity. The meeting aims to promote scientific exchange among researchers and support the career development of young investigators and trainees in the field of leukocyte biology. Travel awards will be provided to assist these individuals in attending the meeting, thereby fostering collaboration and innovation in understanding immune responses related to various diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could enhance the training and development of future researchers, leading to advancements in understanding and treating immune-related conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous annual meetings by the Society for Leukocyte Biology have successfully fostered collaboration and advancements in the field, indicating a strong precedent for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lefort, Craig Thomas — Rhode Island Hospital
- Study coordinator: Lefort, Craig Thomas
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.