Grant: Planning Grants - Priority Announcement: Infection and Immunity

The overall goal of this 2 day symposium o be held in Montreal,Quebec is to share information on the immunologic basis of IBD as an example of human autoimmunity. The focus of this meeting will be the role of cellular immunology and human genetics to the pathogenesis of these immune mediated chronic diseases. We have invited a group of internationally recognized researchers and thought leaders with complementary expertise to exchange knowledge on the state of the art in immunoregulation and genetics of IBD. Furthermore, as members of the Scientific Advisory Board of our CIHR Team in Immunoregulation in IBD, they will be able to provide advice regarding our progress and recommendations regarding priorities, as well as catalyze ongoing revisions to our group's stated initiatives. The opportunity for dissemination of information will prioritize research trainees by providing an opportunity to share their findings and foster discussions. The program of this symposium is designed to promote and support excellence in the area of research in inflammation and autoimmunity in Canada.