Neuroimmunologists investigate how the immune system interacts with the central and peripheral nervous systems in both health and disease. Their work explores immune mechanisms involved in neurodegenerative conditions, autoimmune disorders like multiple sclerosis, and neuroinflammatory responses following trauma or infection. They study how immune cells such as T-cells, microglia, and macrophages impact neural integrity, signal transmission, and synaptic plasticity. Neuroimmunologists play a pivotal role in deciphering how systemic inflammation can trigger or exacerbate neurological symptoms and diseases. Their research extends to understanding blood-brain barrier dysfunction, cytokine signaling, and the gut-brain axis. This knowledge aids in identifying therapeutic targets and developing immune-modulating drugs tailored to the nervous system. Neuroimmunologists often engage in preclinical and translational studies that inform clinical trials. In academic and pharmaceutical settings, they are instrumental in advancing biologics, vaccines, and cellular therapies for neurological conditions. Their insights also contribute to risk assessment models for neuroautoimmune susceptibility. As neurological disorders with immune components become more prevalent, the contributions of neuroimmunologists become increasingly vital to personalized medicine and long-term patient outcomes.
Title : A case of vile vindictive primary CNS vasculitis
George Diaz, Memorial Healthcare Systems, United States
Title : Novel important cellular responses, signaling mechanisms and therapeutic options in vascular dementia
Yong Xiao Wang, Albany Medical College, United States
Title : The role of beliefs, perception, and behavioural patterns in the evolution of psychophysical disorders
Ken Ware, NeuroPhysics Therapy Institute and Research Centre, Australia
Title : Narrative medicine: A communication therapy for the communication disorder of Functional Seizures (FS) [also known as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)]
Robert B Slocum, University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
Title : How have we eliminated infection: From the bone to brain?
Thomas J Webster, Interstellar Therapeutics, United States
Title : Cervical stenosis-induced chronic cerebrospinal fluid flow restriction as a contributing cause of dementia
Joe Sam Robinson, Mercer University, United States