AAI 2026 x KACTUS

By Hannah Flaherty

March 18, 2026

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What is AAI USA?

The American Association of Immunologists (AAI) is a leading organization dedicated to advancing the field of immunology through research, education, and collaboration. Through its annual meeting and ongoing initiatives, AAI supports scientific exchange, fosters education and career development, and drives progress in areas such as immunotherapy, infectious disease, and autoimmunity. Immunology 2026™ serves as a central hub for unveiling cutting-edge research and connecting the global immunology community.

Event Overview

Venue: Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC), 415 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210, United States

Dates: April 15–19, 2026

Conference Day 1: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 6:15 PM
Conference Day 2: Thursday, April 16, 2026, 7:00 AM – 6:45 PM

Exhibit Hall Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Conference Day 3: Friday, April 17, 2026, 7:00 AM – 6:45 PM

Exhibit Hall Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Conference Day 4: Saturday, April 18, 2026, 7:00 AM – 6:45 PM

Exhibit Hall Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Conference Day 5: Sunday, April 19, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:15 AM

Booth #415

Event Schedule

Immunology 2026™ offers a dynamic, multi-day program designed to maximize both learning and networking opportunities.

Day 1: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

First Things First: Your Smart Start to Immunology 2026™ from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Block Symposia including Back to School Session from 2:45 PM to 4:45 PM
Opening Session and President’s Address from 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM

Day 2: Thursday, April 16, 2026

A Deeper Dive with Uli von Andrian from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Major Symposia from 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Block Symposia from 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Exhibit Hall Open from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Poster Session 1 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Guided Poster Walk from 11:45 AM to 12:15 PM
MAC Careers Roundtable from 12:45 PM to 1:45 PM
Block Symposia from 12:45 PM to 2:15 PM
Connect with Me Networking from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Findings in 5 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Poster Session 2 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Block Symposia from 3:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Distinguished Lecture from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM

Day 3: Friday, April 17, 2026 (NextGen Immunology Day)

A Deeper Dive with Christophe Benoist from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Major Symposia from 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Block Symposia from 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Exhibit Hall Open from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
EDU/HI SIP and Learn Roundtable from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Poster Session 3 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Guided Poster Walk from 11:45 AM to 12:15 PM
CSOY Careers in Science Roundtable and Lecture from 12:45 PM to 2:15 PM
Block Symposia from 12:45 PM to 2:15 PM
Connect with Me Networking from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Findings in 5 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Poster Session 4 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Block Symposia from 3:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Distinguished Lecture from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM

Day 4: Saturday, April 18, 2026

A Deeper Dive with Frances Lund from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Major Symposia from 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Block Symposia from 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Exhibit Hall Open from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Poster Session 5 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Guided Poster Walk from 11:45 AM to 12:15 PM
Connect with Me Networking from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Findings in 5 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Poster Session 6 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
President’s Symposium from 3:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Distinguished Lecture from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Immunology 2026 Gala from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Day 5: Sunday, April 19, 2026

A Deeper Dive with Mark Kaplan from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Major Symposia from 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Block Symposia from 8:00 AM to 11:15 AM

About KACTUS

KACTUS excels in crafting and producing an array of superior-grade, highly active recombinant proteins and enzymes, catering to diverse sectors like antibody drug discovery, immunotherapy, gene therapy, and mRNA therapeutics. Our expansive catalog, boasting over 2500 recombinant proteins, encompasses a wide spectrum of targets, species, tags, and labels, each thoughtfully chosen to address the specific, unmet needs of scientists engaged in drug development. The hallmark of our product selection process is a rigorous emphasis on exceptional quality and a steadfast commitment to ensuring reliable supply, thereby upholding the highest standards of excellence and client satisfaction.