A new window into autoimmune diseases
LJI scientists uncover coordinated immune cell activity as a driver of systemic lupus erythematosus
Learning from men. Learning from women.
Men and women have different immune systems. With a better understanding of sex-specific immune differences, scientists can more effectively fight infections, cancers, heart disease, and even pregnancy complications.
Amnon Altman: Leading immunologist and educator retires
Dr. Altman’s research into T cell activation opened the door to new therapies for inflammation, autoimmune diseases, cancers, and more.
Unmasking the pancreas
No one knows exactly what triggers type 1 diabetes, but researchers at La Jolla Institute for Immunology have uncovered some fascinating clues.
Tempus dare: A time to give
San Diego biotech entrepreneurs François Ferré, Ph.D., and Magda Marquet, Ph.D., knew supporting LJI would be critical for advancing our understanding of COVID-19.
Q&A with Bjoern Peters, Ph.D.
The bioinformatics tools Dr. Peters has developed are invaluable for immunologists worldwide.
Letter from the President – Spring 2021
On immunology and gratitude
The cheetah wrangler
Karen Barnes reflects on a career in science—from tracking elephants to supporting LJI research
Shape-shifting Ebola virus protein exploits human RNA to change shape
New study highlights VP40 as a promising therapeutic target
Melanoma meets its match
How Ian Mathews used Tullie and Rickey Families SPARK Award funding to make cancer therapy advances and launch a career in medicine
If You Don’t Have COVID Vaccine Side Effects, Are You Still Protected?
Reactions reflect unique features of an individual’s immune system, not the strength of a response