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Immunology
Autoimmune Diseases
Sex Differences In Immune Responses
Neutrophils
Immune System
Cytokines
Sars-Cov-2
Bactericidal Function
HIV
Bioinformatics
Somatic Hypermutation
Cancer Immunotherapy
ROS (reactive Oxygen Species)
Infectious Disease
Macrophages
Covid-19 Vaccination
Machine Learning
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa
Transendothelial Migration

A podcast about the body's defenders against disease.

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Artwork for Immune

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Cindy sits down with Bali Pulendran at the AAI 2025 meeting where he told the story of how a childhood fascination with the cosmos grew into a career addressing fundamental questions about the human immune response, and how when an antigen enters the... more

Elizabeth Marnik, also known as Science Whiz Liz, grew up unvaccinated, yet she is now an immunologist, science communicator, and advocate for vaccines–this is her story.   

Host: Cindy Leifer Guest: Elizabeth Marnick

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Immune discusses the potential future of delivering vaccines by flossing your teeth and how antibodies in human milk shape the normal immune responses in newborns. 

Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Cindy Leifer, Steph Langel, and Brianne Barker

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Cindy speaks with Aimee Pugh Bernard from University of Colorado about her career and her passion for teaching and communicating immunology to the public.   

Host: Cindy Leifer

Guest: Aimee Pugh Bernard

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Recent Guests

Bali Pulendran
Violetta L. Horton Professor and Director of the Institute for Immunity, Transplantation, and Infection at Stanford Medicine.
Stanford Medicine
Episode: Immune Booster 18: From Stars to cells with Bali Pulendran
Liz Marnik
Immunologist and science communicator
Science Whiz Liz
Episode: Immune Booster #17: From unvaccinated to vaccine advocacy with Liz Marnik
Aimee Bernard
Associate Professor at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and Science Communicator
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Episode: Immune Booster #16: Teaching and communicating immunology with Aimee Pugh Bernard
Shane Crotty
Immunologist at the La Jolla Institute for Immunology
La Jolla Institute for Immunology
Episode: Immune Booster #15 Vaccine ground rules with Shane Crotty
Darren Lee
Researcher at UMass Chan Medical School specializing in ocular immunology
UMass Chan Medical School
Episode: Immune Booster #14: In the eye of immune responses with Darren Lee
Justin Wilson
Assistant Professor of Immunobiology at the University of Arizona College of Medicine
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Episode: Immune Booster #13 Microbiome and regulation of gut inflammation with Justin Wilson
Holger Heine
Head of a research laboratory in innate immunity and deputy director of the program for chronic lung disease
Research Center Borstel Leibniz Lung Center
Episode: Immune Booster #12: Innate immunity to Archaea with Holger Heine
Kim Klonowski
Researcher at the University of Georgia
University of Georgia
Episode: Immune 91: People, parasites, plagues, and podcasts
David Peterson
Researcher at the University of Georgia
University of Georgia
Episode: Immune 91: People, parasites, plagues, and podcasts

Hosts

Vincent Racaniello
Host and co-host of the show with a focus on immunology and education.
Cindy Leifer
Co-host, researcher, and interviewer with a background in immunology.
Brianne Barker
Co-host and researcher focused on immunology and education.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 493 ratings
  • Interesting & WOKE

    It’s interesting until they get into DEI.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mantis79
    United Statesa year ago
  • What a resource

    Such a great podcast. Making immunology more accessible for the masses, but also just increasing the accessibility of immunology among scientists who may not have a regular immunology journal club to attend. I love hearing everyone’s perspectives on the papers presented and I love “seeing” how new findings inform the way we see a field. So important to demonstrate the scientific process in real time. Thank you all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    US fan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Only wish episodes were more frequent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katroznik
    United States2 years ago
  • This is amazing.

    I am glad and also regretful to find this great podcast just lately! Keep up this great work. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David in Oakville
    Canada3 years ago
  • Amazing

    This is the podcast channel I like the most among the podcast channels Dr. Racaniello created. Very informative and educational. Thanks for your efforts to spread the knowledge to public, scientists and students.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TShtun
    Japan3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Feedback reflects a mix of strong support for scientific communication and some critique when political topics arise unintentionally.
Many express gratitude for translating complicated immunology concepts into relatable terms, especially during health crises.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the discussions and the accessibility of complex scientific topics, often highlighting the hosts' ability to engage both novices and experts alike.

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Immune Booster #14: In the eye of immune responses with Darren Lee
Q: So, do you have insight on how T regulatory cells are involved in setting up a tolerant environment in the eye?
Darren Lee discussed the presence of different subsets of T regulatory cells and how they contribute to chasing out inflammation and preventing subsequent episodes, which is critical in managing diseases like uveitis.
Immune Booster #14: In the eye of immune responses with Darren Lee
Q: Can you talk a little bit about what's unique about the eye?
Darren explained the concept of the eye as an immune-privileged site, noting its evolutionary importance and how it can transplant cells without rejection due to its unique immune properties.
Immune Booster #14: In the eye of immune responses with Darren Lee
Q: So can you just start by telling us, when did you first get interested in immunology?
Darren Lee shared that his interest in immunology began during graduate school when he transitioned from yeast genetics to human-related diseases, finding ocular immunology particularly fascinating.
Immune 95: Mitochondria for everyone
Q: So is PD-L1 the ligand on the cancer cell?
Yes, PD-L1 interacts with PD-1 on T cells restricting their activity, which cancer cells exploit to evade immune attack.
Immune 95: Mitochondria for everyone
Q: Can you explain why that antibody even works?
Blocking PD-1 allows T cells to be more active and not exhausted, enhancing their ability to fight cancer.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Immune

What is Immune about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intricacies of the immune system and its responses to various pathogens, this podcast features discussions among well-informed hosts and expert guests in immunology, providing insightful analyses on cutting-edge scientific research. Key topics include the dynamics of immune cells, the implications of the microbiome on overall health, and the ongoing developments surrounding vaccines and infectious diseases. Listeners can expect a blend of educational content with approachable explanations, making complex immunological concepts accessible to a broad audience, ranging from professionals in the field to interested laypersons.

Noteworthy is the podcast's ability to communicate the relevance of immunological research to everyday ... more

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1. This Week in Virology
2. This Week in Microbiology
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5. This Week in Parasitism

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Immune launched 8 years ago and published 114 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Immune include:

1. Bali Pulendran
2. Liz Marnik
3. Aimee Bernard
4. Shane Crotty
5. Darren Lee
6. Justin Wilson
7. Holger Heine
8. Kim Klonowski

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