ASI Mucosal Immunology and Microbiome Symposium 2025

Date

Time

12pm on 20th; 8am on 21st, 22nd, 23rd

Venue

Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas, Noosa, QLD

Speakers

Invited Speakers - International

Timothy Hand, University of Pittsburgh, USA
Kathy McCoy, University of Calgary, Canada
Shruti Naik, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, USA
Matthew Hepworth, University of Manchester, UK

Invited Speakers - National

Colby Zaph
Hamish McWilliam
Kylie James
Lisa Mielke
Linda Wakham
Malcolm Starkey
Nicola Harris
Quan Nguyen
Rhiannon Werder
Rimma Goldberg
Roland Ruscher
Sam Forster
Sumaira Hasnain
Tim Barnett
Valerie Verhasselt
And more to come

SPONSORS

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Price

Member Price $600.00
Member Student $400.00
Member Early Bird $500.00
Non-Member Price $700.00
Non-Member Student $450.00
Non-Member Early Bird $600.00

Description

Join us for the Mucosal Immunology and Microbiome Symposium 2025, set against the stunning backdrop of Noosa, Queensland.

Organised by the Mucosal Immunology Special Interest Group, this 4-day symposium will showcase the latest advancements and groundbreaking ideas in mucosal immunology. Renowned international and national experts will share their insights in a welcoming and interactive setting.

The symposium places a strong emphasis on early- and mid-career researchers, offering numerous opportunities for presentations, networking, and collaboration. This event is a must-attend for anyone passionate about mucosal immunology and microbiome research.

Abstract Submissions due January 31st 23:59 (AEDT)

We invite you to submit your work for consideration as an oral abstract or poster presentation. The best presentation will receive an award, with special recognition given to students and early-career researchers. 

Submit your abstract before January 31st 23:59 (AEDT) via the following process:

1. Please download this abstract template using the green button below.
2. Rename the file with 'LAST NAME_FIRST NAME_MI_Noosa_2025'
3. Submit as a .doc / docx file before January 31st at 23:59 AEDT.

Download the abstract template

Authors will be notified of the outcome (oral or poster) in mid February 2025.

Register before February 20th 23:59 (AEDT) for Early Bird discount

ℹ️  If you are a current ASI member, please click the green button below and log in to the ASI website when prompted. This will ensure that you receive your member-discounted rate.

*Non-members please note - you may wish to consider joining as an ASI member. 
ECRs (<8 years PhD) are permitted to register at the student rate

Standard registrations close April 4th 23:59 (AEDT).

Accommodation

The symposium will be held at the luxurious 5-Star Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas, ideally located near Noosa’s vibrant restaurants, cafes, and just a short walk from the beach. Attendees can choose from one, two, or three-bedroom apartments, with shared accommodation options available at reduced rates. All conference activities will take place on-site in state-of-the-art facilities.

IMPORTANT: If you opt to share a room, please indicate who you would like to share with, or Male/Female, in the Additional Requirements field on the registration form. If you do not indicate a person preference, we will allocate for you (same gender).

Transport

We’ve made getting to the symposium easy! A bus will depart from Herston at 10:00am and Brisbane Airport at 10:30am, taking you directly to Peppers Resort Noosa. The return bus will leave the resort at approximately 2:00pm on Friday, arriving at the airport around 4:30pm. Specific pick-up locations will be provided closer to the event.

Meals

Your registration fee includes breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon tea, and barista coffee throughout the symposium.

• Welcome Drinks and Canapés: Enjoy during the poster session on Tuesday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
• Dinner with the Experts: Small groups of delegates will dine with invited speakers at local restaurants. We aim to subsidise some of the costs, making this an affordable opportunity to connect with leaders in the field.

Covid Safe Policy

 Your health and safety are our priority. This is a COVID-safe event with the following rules to adhere to:

• All delegates and exhibitors may be asked to present a NEGATIVE Rapid Antigen Test before travelling to the conference.
• All attendees must comply with the Safety Plan advised by public health orders to minimise the risk of transmission of COVID-19 on the premises. 
• All attendees are encouraged to wear a mask particularly at indoor venues
• All attendees are encouraged to contact the Organising Committees if they exhibit symptoms and consider cancelling their registration or participating remotely to minimise transmission
• ASI will not cover expenses associated with extra accommodation or alternative transport costs due to isolation requirements should attendees test positive at the event. All attendees should be aware that the events are ‘Attend at your own risk'.  

Disclaimer of Liability

The Organising Committee will not accept liability for damages of any nature sustained by participants or their accompanying persons or loss of or damage to their personal property as a result of the meeting or related events. 

Should the event be cancelled due to COVID-related restrictions, the Organising Committee shall endeavour to reschedule.  All participants who have paid a registration fee may receive a full refund on the registration fee, but all participants hereby indemnify and hold the Organising Committee unaccountable for all out-of-pocket travel and quarantine -related costs, damages and expenses. 

 By registering for and attending the ASI event, you are also indicating your acceptance of the ASI Event Policy.

🚩 Don't forget! If you are a current ASI member, please click the green button below and log in when prompted on the next page (see black box). This will automatically apply your member-discounted rate. If you do not log in, your member discount will not be applied.

No refunds will be given for incorrect registrations, so please make your selections carefully and check that the total amount payable matches your expectations.

Please proceed through the registration page without delay, otherwise, you will be timed out and will need to log in again to receive your member-discounted rate.