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Immunology
Immune System
Sars-Cov-2
HIV
T Cells
Autoimmune Diseases
Immune Cells
Immune Response
B Cells
Mitochondria
Vaccination
Dendritic Cells
Covid-19
Somatic Hypermutation
Microbiome
Cancer Cells
Macrophages
Cancer
Lupus
Vaccines

A podcast about the body's defenders against disease.

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Luke O'Neill recounts his role in discovering key components of the TLR signaling pathway, explains how pursuing unexpected research questions keeps him motivated, and reflects on his experiences as an entrepreneur founding biotech companies.

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George Stark from the Cleveland Clinic reflects on his early training in biochemistry and how several sabbatical leaves sparked pivotal changes in his research trajectory, eventually drawing him to interferon signaling where he helped establish the c... more

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The Immune team talks all about cytokines, from what they are to immunotherapies against them to treat diseases.

Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Cindy Leifer, and Brianne Barker

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Irah King from McGill University talks about his passion to understand how our immune system detects and responds to helminthic worm infections, how the worms can reprogram those responses, and how these pathways might be exploited to develop new tre... more

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Recent Guests

Luke O'Neill
Professor and Chair of Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin
Episode: Immune Booster 28: Immunometabolism, Inflammation, and Building Biotechs with Luke O'Neill
George Stark
Distinguished scientist, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Episode: Immune Booster 27: Interferons, JAKs, and STATs with George Stark
Irah King
Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at McGill University
McGill University
Episode: Immune Booster 26: Immune defense against parasitic worms with Irah King
Ellen Mary Woods
Paramedic, firefighter, Ithaca is Immunized leader
Ithaca is Immunized; Voices for Vaccines (via connections)
Episode: Immune Booster 25: Out of the anti-vax woods with Ellen Woods
Gabrielle Rizzuto
Assistant attending physician and assistant member at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Episode: Immune Booster 24: Tolerating pregnancy with Gabrielle Rizzuto
Anna Beaudin
Associate professor at the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
University of Utah
Episode: Immune Booster 23: Critical windows during immune system development with Anna Beaudin
Gretchen Diehl
Researcher focused on intestinal immune responses and microbiota interactions.
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Episode: Immune 100: Immune turns 100!
Shruti Naik
Researcher specializing in skin immunity and the impact of microbiota on immune responses.
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Episode: Immune 100: Immune turns 100!
David Schatz
Waldemar von Zedwitz Professor and Chair of Immunobiology
Yale University School of Medicine
Episode: Immune Booster 21: Origins of antigen receptors with David Schatz

Hosts

Cindy Leifer
Host of the podcast and an academic contributing to discussions on immunology and related research.
Vincent Racaniello
Host of the podcast and a leading figure in immunology, providing insights and expert discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 510 ratings
  • Interesting & WOKE

    It’s interesting until they get into DEI.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mantis79
    United States2 years 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 States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Only wish episodes were more frequent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katroznik
    United States3 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
    Japan4 years ago

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Some critiques mention political discussions, suggesting a desire for a more science-focused dialogue.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth discussions and accessibility of complex topics in immunology.
Overall, positive feedback emphasizes the educational value and engaging presentation of content.
Many highlight the expertise of hosts and guests, enriching their understanding of scientific concepts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Immune Booster 28: Immunometabolism, Inflammation, and Building Biotechs with Luke O'Neill
Q: What are the main challenges when translating immunometabolic research into therapies?
Key challenges include validating targets in human biology, managing safety and off-target effects like nausea, navigating IP and partnerships, and balancing scientific ambition with realistic timelines and clinical trial risks.
Immune Booster 28: Immunometabolism, Inflammation, and Building Biotechs with Luke O'Neill
Q: What sparked your interest in Itaconate and GDF-15 as central players in immunometabolism?
A combination of observing unexpected results, following the literature, and a serendipitous discovery in the lab led us to look at how Itaconate affects inflammatory signaling and how GDF-15 emerges as a metabolic-immune nexus with broad disease relevance.
Immune Booster 28: Immunometabolism, Inflammation, and Building Biotechs with Luke O'Neill
Q: Can you describe how your early work on IL-1 and NF-kappa B influenced your later focus on immunometabolism?
Early IL-1 signaling work established the framework for how immune pathways are controlled at the molecular level; as the field evolved, metabolic inputs and cellular energetics emerged as key regulators of inflammation, guiding me to explore how metabolism intersects with immune signaling.
Immune Booster 25: Out of the anti-vax woods with Ellen Woods
Q: How did your beliefs evolve once you connected with advocates and scientists who challenged your views?
Engaging with people who respectfully challenged my assumptions, plus access to credible information from experts like Paul Offit, helped me reframe risk, recognize the value of herd immunity, and ultimately align my actions with evidence and community health.
Immune Booster 25: Out of the anti-vax woods with Ellen Woods
Q: What role did healthcare providers play in keeping the door open as you wrestled with vaccine decisions?
A pediatrician who remained willing to discuss concerns without abandoning the relationship helped me stay engaged and consider vaccination for the sake of my children's health, illustrating how patient-centered communication can influence decisions.

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The discussions center around the intricacies of the immune system, exploring critical topics such as immune development, vaccination, T cell signaling, and the role of microbiota in immunity. Episodes frequently feature expert guests who provide detailed insights into their research, delving into aspects like antigen receptors, viral evolution, and the implications of recent immunological studies. Notably, the podcast makes complex scientific concepts accessible to a general audience while also catering to professionals in the field, making it a valuable resource for anyone from students to seasoned immunologists.

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1. This Week in Microbiology
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1. Luke O'Neill
2. George Stark
3. Irah King
4. Ellen Mary Woods
5. Gabrielle Rizzuto
6. Anna Beaudin
7. Gretchen Diehl
8. Shruti Naik

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