Immunology

Immunology Retreat, Gordon Hall, June 2025

We are a highly collaborative group of scientists from across the Harvard community including the Ragon Institute, Broad Institute, and Harvard Stem Cell Institute, working to understand the mechanisms and applications of immunity and immunobiology. Our research covers the spectrum of immunology, from basic science to translation into human biology and disease prevention and treatment. Here you'll find our faculty, community events, and resources available to our affiliates.

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	Your body fought off the virus — but damaged your lungs Ruth Franklin's lab zeroes in on potential key to rapidly repairing tissue harmed by inflammation Harvard Gazette
	Gordon Freeman, Arlene Sharpe Receive Inaugural Gretener-Thürlemann Prize The prize recognizes outstanding researchers in medicine, chemistry and physics for foundational and pioneering research of societal benefit. Harvard Medical News
	Ruaidhrí Jackson named ICIS New Investigator Awardee Congratulations, Ruaidhrí! International Cytokine and Interferon Society
	The Long Journey of Gordon Freeman and Arlene Sharpe The two immunologists have shared a lifetime of scientific exploration and discovery Harvard Medical News
	He had six months to live. Then came an experimental cancer treatment launched by Harvard researchers. Before her federal funding was cut, Dr. Arlene Sharpe and colleagues paved the way for immunotherapy treatments. Boston Globe