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On October 20, Catalina Andrade, from Dr. Alexis Kalergis’s Biomedical Molecular Immunology Laboratory, successfully defended her doctoral thesis “Immunomodulation against respiratory viruses is key to preventing neurological sequelae,” receiving the highest grade.
November 5, 2025 at 12:17 AM
The IMII concluded the activities of the PME project “Food and Immunity Space” with a visit from students of the Instituto de Humanidades Luis Campino.

Guided by Dr. Hernán Peñaloza and his team, the students explored how food influences the immune system.
November 4, 2025 at 7:15 PM
During August and September, the IMII carried out activities in Temuco and Santiago to bring the science of nutrition and immunity closer to high school students.

Talks, workshops, and experiments showed how nutrition can strengthen the immune system and inspire future scientific careers.
November 4, 2025 at 3:37 PM
On October 9th, the IMII and the HPI organized the seminar 'New Era in Vaccines' in Athens. Drs. Alexis Kalergis, Susan Bueno, Pablo González, Hernán Peñaloza, and Mario Calvo discussed advances in vaccines and clinical trials, fostering Chile-Greece cooperation.
October 24, 2025 at 6:45 PM
From October 1 to 3, the IMII held the SIS 2025: 'Communicating Immunology' at the UC, with more than 1,500 participants. The event addressed vaccines, immunotherapy, and scientific communication, establishing itself as a key player in biomedical research.
October 24, 2025 at 6:36 PM