The International CD1-MR1 Workshop

Project Summary The International CD1-MR1 Workshop is the premier international conference focusing on the latest science regarding non-classical T cells, which are broadly defined by their lack of MHC restriction. This 4-day workshop has been held since 2000, and brings together T cell experts from around the world. Beyond MR1-restricted mucosa associated invariant T (MAIT) and CD1d-restricted NK T cells, this international forum describes new CD1- and MR1-restricted T cell populations participating in human inflammatory, autoimmune and infectious disease, as well as translational sessions describing new reagents to treat human T cell mediated diseases. The upcoming 2025 CD1-MR1 workshop will be held from September 9-12, at Oregon Health Science University in Portland, Oregon, and aims to further build the CD1-MR1 field by stimulating collaborations between early career and senior scientists in a setting conducive for networking. We have designed programs supporting visibility for trainees, as well as special lectureships for early and mid-career scientists. The recent establishment of an international CD1-MR1 Society will increase participation, further aided through travel awards to support students and postdoctoral fellows, social and scientific functions that are specifically designed to promote international interactions. Requested funds will primarily be allocated towards merit-based travel awards as well as reduced registration fees for early career investigators