18^th International Summer School on Immunogenetics

Date: April 6 - 9, 2025
Location: Fiesta Americana Mérida Hotel, Mérida, Mexico

About the The 18th International Summer School (ISS) on Immunogenetics
The International Summer School is designed to promote the field of Immunogenetics with intensive interaction between participating students and tutors.  Introductory lectures will be followed by interactive discussions on recent developments, promoting educational and scientific exchange encompassing the latest developments in the field of immunogenetics, including HLA typing, at both the technological and clinical level. This meeting is geared towards students and young investigators in the field. Furthermore, International Summer School attracts top faculty in the field of immunogenetics.

Travel awards are now closed!

Two ASHI travel stipends each at $1,000 USD are available to support students/scientists who wish to attend the 2025 International Summer School.

Now accepting applications!

The 18^th International Summer School, sponsored by ASHI, EFI, APHIA, and ARSHI, provides a focused course on all aspects of theoretical and applied immunogenetics and histocompatibility. The meeting is limited to a small group of participants and is geared towards graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, laboratory directors in training and experienced technologists in the field of histocompatibility and/or immunogenetics with an interest in research or advanced learning opportunities.

The 18^th International Summer School on Immunogenetics requires all interested attendees to complete an application for review before being approved to register and attend the 18^th International Summer School. This application requests a copy of the participants curriculum vitae, letter of motivation, case study or abstract of own research, letter of support from mentor, supervisor or sponsor and a copy or verification of society membership with either APHIA, ARSHI, ASHI or EFI.

*If approved to attend, the case study or abstract of own research that was submitted will be presented during the 18^th International Summer School on Immunogenetics by the attendee.

  Deadline EXTENDED: Monday, December 9th

Approved Registrants

Once your application has been reviewed and approved, you will be contacted so that you can complete registration. The registration fee for The International Summer School on Immunogenetics is $550 USD and includes registration to the summer school, 3 nights hotel stay during summer school dates, meals while attending the program and city excursions/events. If you wish to stay at the hotel more than 3 nights, you will need include these dates on your registration, ASHI will reserve your full hotel reservation and upon your arrival, you will be asked to provide a credit card for the additional room nights and incidentals. 

 
Faculty Topics

#1: HLA Genetics & Diversity
#2: T Cell Restriction and Antigen Presentation
#3 HLA Typing Methods
#4 HLA Antibody Detection Methods - Solid Phase
#5 HLA Antibody Detection Methods - Crossmatch
#6 HSC Transplantation
#7 NK Cells and HLA in Organ HSC Transplantation
#8 HLA and Autoimmunity/Hypersensitivity/Pharmacogenomics

Continuing Education

ASHI is pleased to announce that the 18^th International Summer School on Immunogenetics will apply for ACHI approval for continuing education hours.

Meeting Venue

The Fiesta Americana Merida Hotel located at Paseo Montejo No. 451 esq, Av.Colon, Centro, 97000 Merida, Yuc., Mexico is at the city center of Mérida which is an architectural treasure that everyone can admire. Guests are welcomed by the grandiose Porfirian architecture that frames a lobby exquisitely decorated with Yucatan marble, huge windows and a spectacular stained-glass ceiling that lets in natural light and creates a cozy atmosphere. Beautiful interiors are complemented by personalized service, high technology and modern luxury to ensure a pleasant stay.