Conference on T cell development and immune function
Official title: ThymUS 2025 International Conference on Lymphopoiesis
Funded at Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr · NIH-11073753 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The ThymUS 2025 International Conference is a friendly gathering for researchers and trainees to share ideas about how the thymus and T cells change as we age or when we're sick, helping everyone learn more about our immune system and how to improve it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | November 15, 2024 |
| Project end | October 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $3,200 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AI188924-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11073753 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include researchers, trainees, and healthcare professionals interested in thymus biology and immune system function.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in research or those without a professional interest in immunology may not benefit from this conference.
What this research studies
The ThymUS 2025 International Conference focuses on the thymus and T lymphocyte differentiation, exploring how these processes are affected by aging and disease. It aims to bring together researchers and trainees to discuss advancements in adaptive immunity and immune reconstitution. Attendees will have opportunities to present their work and engage with leaders in the field, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. The conference is designed to be accessible, with low costs and subsidies for trainees.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this conference could enhance understanding of immune function and lead to improved treatments for autoimmune diseases and age-related immune decline.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences on similar topics have successfully advanced knowledge in the field of immunology and fostered significant collaborations.
Where this research is happening
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Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wiest, David L. — Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: Wiest, David L.
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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.