Professor Áine Kelly
Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
Dr Marie-Victoire Guillot-Sestier
University College Dublin, Ireland
Dr John Baugh
University College Dublin, Ireland
Immunophysiology: Exploring the Roles of the Immune System in Physiological Homeostasis and Disease
Understanding how the immune system interacts with multiple organ systems to maintain physiological homeostasis and how its dysregulation drives disease, remains a central focus within physiological research. These complex interactions not only dictate healthy baseline function but also provide valuable insights into a wide range of pathologies, including neurodegenerative disorders, metabolic diseases, and respiratory conditions, where inflammation takes centre stage.
As scientific understanding expands, increasing knowledge is emerging regarding the powerful role played by the microbiome in modulating the physiological functions of diverse organs. The intricate axes connecting the gut, lungs, and brain highlight how inflammatory processes and microbial ecosystems influence everything from neurogenesis and respiratory health to full-body metabolic reprogramming. Consequently, uncovering the mechanisms behind immunomodulation, diet, and lifestyle has never been more urgent for addressing acute and chronic non-transmissible illnesses.
Bringing together basic and clinical researchers working across a diverse range of organ systems, this conference will highlight how advances in any of these areas of Immunophysiology can benefit the wider physiology research community to address modern health crises.
09:25
Professor Catherina Becker, Dresden University of Technology, Germany
10:10
Dr Eva Jiminez-Mateos, Trinity College London, Ireland
10:40
Dr Róisín McManus, DZNA, Bonn, Germany
11:40
Professor Denise Fitzgerald, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
12:10
Dr Michael Craig, University of Glasgow, UK
13:40 Gastrointestinal and pulmonary microbiome crosstalk with host immunity in chronic inflammatory disease
Professor Susan Lynch, University of California, San Francisco, US
14:25
Professor Yvonne Nolan, University College Cork, Ireland
14:55
Dr Stephen Lalor, University College Dublin, Ireland
15:55 Oral communication 1
16:10 Oral communication 2
16:25 Oral communication 3
16:40 Oral communication 4
16:55 Oral communication 5
09:30
Dr Mikel Egana, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
10:00
Dr Christopher Shannon, University College Dublin, Ireland
10:30
Dr Frederic Sheedy, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
11:30 Oral communication 6
11:45 Oral communication 7
12:00 Oral communication 8
12:15 Oral Communication 9
14:45
Dr David O’Dwyer, University of Michigan Medical School, US
15:15
Dr Axel Montagne, University of Edinburgh, UK
15:45
Professor Karen Doyle, University of Galway, Ireland
16:15
Professor Tony Lam, University of Toronto, Canada
Registration
Registration will open on 22 October 2026 and close on 07 June 2027.
To celebrate our 150th anniversary in 2026, we have introduced a new, more inclusive membership model, including the launch of a new free category, Associate Member, to welcome qualified individuals and strengthen the future of the Society. This is alongside reduced global membership fees to make joining and staying involved more accessible for all.
| Membership category | Early registration rate until 17 May 2027 | Standard registration rate until 07 June 2027 |
| Undergraduate & Master’s member | £50.00 | £100.00 |
| Postgraduate member | £50.00 | £100.00 |
| Full member (concessionary) * | £50.00 | £100.00 |
| Full member | £100.00 | £150.00 |
| Fellow member | £100.00 | £150.00 |
| Honorary Fellow | £100.00 | £150.00 |
| Retired member | £50.00 | £100.00 |
| Associate member | £150.00 | £200.00 |
| Non-member | £200.00 | £250.00 |
| ECR Non-member * | £100.00 | £150.00 |
*please email events@physoc.org for the discount code
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Applying for a visa
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It is recommended that you apply for your visa well in advance (at least 12 weeks before the meeting) as applications for UK visas in certain countries can take longer than expected. Attendees are requested that they book early enough and apply for a visa with sufficient time prior to the conference.
The conference organisers cannot be held responsible if delegates do not receive their visas in time, and the cancellation policy will automatically apply. Every effort will be made to support genuine applications. The conference organisers are happy to provide you with documentation to support your application which will be sent as a PDF attachment. If you require a hard copy to be sent to you, please include your mailing (postal) address. The Physiological Society will only send via regular post.
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Please complete the webform below, and attach confirmation of your registration, and submitted abstract (if appropriate).
Supporting documentation will be distributed within 10 working days – it is the responsibility of the attendee to allow sufficient time for processing.
Please note that The Society are not involved with and cannot influence consular decisions.
Abstracts
Abstract submission will open on 11 January 2027 and close on 12 March 2027.
We are calling for abstracts for presentation as either oral or poster communications.
Abstracts can be submitted in one of the following categories:
- Original research
- Case study
- Systematic reviews (including qualitative research)
- Technical paper (e.g. methods)
- Study proposal
- Education and Teaching
It is important that the following are included:
- Appropriate statistical analysis including n numbers
- Appropriate structure including introduction, aims and objectives, method, results, and conclusions
Please find The Society’s guidelines for creating your abstract here.
Key Information
Key dates
| Registration opens | 22 October 2026 |
| Abstract submission opens | 11 January 2027 |
| Abstract submission closes | 12 March 2027 |
| Early review deadline | 25 January 2027 |
| Early bird registration deadline | 17 May 2027 |
| Conference Attendance Award deadline | 17 May 2027 |
| Registration deadline | 07 June 2027 |
| Meeting dates | 28-29 June 2027 |
Venue
The meeting will take place at University College Dublin.
O’Brien Centre for Sciences
University College
Belfield
Dublin 4
Ireland
Travel
Travelling by Bus
Taking the bus is the easiest way to get to campus, as several routes drop you directly at the UCD bus terminus or along the campus perimeter.
- From Dublin City Centre (D’Olier Street / Kildare Street): Jump on the 39A bus. It is a high-frequency, 24/7 service that brings you straight into the UCD Belfield terminal. From the terminus, it is just a short 5-minute walk to the Science Centre.
- The ‘E’ Spine Buses: The E1 and E2 routes run frequently through the city centre and stop on the Stillorgan Road (N11) flyover right outside campus. Alight at the Booterstown, Woodbine Road stop and walk roughly 10 minutes into campus to find the Science building.
- Orbital Routes: If you are coming from other parts of Dublin, the S4 (from Liffey Valley/Milltown) drops you right at the UCD Sports Centre, leaving you a quick 4-minute walk from the O’Brien Centre. The S6 (from Tallaght/Dundrum/Blackrock) also serves the campus.
Travelling by Luas (Tram) or DART (Train)
While rail options don’t drop you directly inside the gates, they are easily linked by short walks or orbital buses:
- Luas Green Line: Take the tram to the Milltown stop. From there, you can walk roughly 4 minutes to the Shangarry stop and connect to the S4 bus directly into the UCD Sports Centre.
- DART Train: Take the southbound DART to Blackrock station. Right outside the station, hop onto the S6 bus, which brings you onto campus within 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the DART to Sydney Parade, though it requires a longer 25 to 30-minute walk down Nutley Lane to reach the campus.
The Best Option: Aircoach Route 700 (Direct)
By Plane
The nearest airport to UCD is Dublin airport.
The Aircoach Route 700 (headed toward Leopardstown/Sandyford) runs 24/7 directly from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 and stops right at the UCD Stillorgan Road slip road.
- Journey Time: Approximately 35 to 50 minutes, depending entirely on Dublin traffic.
- Booking Tip: You can buy a ticket directly from the driver, but booking online in advance via the Aircoach Website is usually cheaper. Select “UCD” or “UCD Slip Road” as your destination.
- Let the bus driver know when boarding that you need to jump off at UCD. Once you step off the bus, the campus entrance is right beside you, and it is a straightforward 5 to 8-minute walk straight down the campus paths to the O’Brien Centre for Science.
Accommodation
We do not have a specific conference hotel so attendees are able to choose accommodation which meets their needs and budgets. The following hotels are nearest to the venue:
University College Dublin accommodation
Hotel accommodation
Broc House Suites, Nutley Lane
Maldron Hotel, Merrion Road
Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan Road
Other accommodation options can be found here.
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