OVERVIEW

Translational Neuroinflammation is organized by Neuroscience School of Advanced Studies (NSAS) and will be held from May 09 - 16, 2026 in Venice, Veneto, Italy.

Description:
Neuroinflammation has emerged as a critical contributor to the pathogenesis of a wide range of brain disorders, including neurodegenerative, neurodevelopmental, and psychiatric conditions. This interdisciplinary Advanced Course will explore the complex interplay between the immune system and the brain, with a strong emphasis on translational research bridging basic mechanisms and clinical applications.

The program will examine the cellular and molecular underpinnings of neuroinflammation, its impact on brain function and behaviour, and its relevance across the lifespan. A particular focus will be placed on neuropsychiatric disorders, with sessions exploring inflammation-driven neuropsychiatric symptoms (L Capuron), immune-metabolic mechanisms in schizophrenia and mood disorders (V Mondelli), and precision psychiatry approaches in major depression (AH Miller). Advances in neuroimaging will be addressed through lectures on the visualisation of neuroinflammation and its behavioural correlates (N Harrison), as well as molecular imaging techniques to unravel neuro-immune interactions (L Groc). The vulnerability of the newborn brain to inflammatory insults will be discussed, emphasizing early-life immune challenges and their long-term consequences (P Gressens). The Advanced Course will further provide insight into emerging immune-based therapeutic strategies for brain disorders, highlighting ongoing efforts in translational medicine (J Lewcock).

By bringing together internationally recognised experts in neuroscience, psychiatry, immunology, and imaging, the Advanced Course offers a unique platform for participants to gain a comprehensive and integrated perspective on neuroinflammation, foster interdisciplinary exchange, and stimulate new collaborations in this rapidly evolving field.