European Federation of Immunological Societies

yEFIS

The EFIS Young Immunologist Task Force (yEFIS) aims to gather all early career scientists (ECS) in Europe working in Immunology and build a European network to defend the interests of ECS on both a national and European level. 

Mission

The main objectives of the yEFIS Task Force are to:

  • Provide a platform for young immunologists form all European countries to network
  • Represent the interests of early career immunologists at a European level
  • Promote national YI groups in all EFIS-affiliated societies
  • Expand youth participation in EFIS goals
  • Bring visibility to YI during international meetings and schools, establishing regular dedicated sessions
  • Share information, interests and ideas between European YI
  • Connect YI and experienced scientists to shape the next generation of Immunologists in Europe

yEFIS Task Force Board

Spokesperson: Eleonora Timperi (Italian Society of Immunology)

Spokesperson: Eleonora Timperi (Italian Society of Immunology) image

Vice-spokesperson: Vivien Kohlhaas (British Society of Immunology)

Vice-spokesperson: Vivien Kohlhaas (British Society of Immunology) image

Treasurer: Martín González-Rodríguez (Scandinavian Society for Immunology)

Treasurer: Martín González-Rodríguez (Scandinavian Society for Immunology) image

Past-spokesperson: Myriam Nabhan (Irish Society for Immunology)

Past-spokesperson: Myriam Nabhan (Irish Society for Immunology) image
Join the yEFIS Network!

Does this sound interesting to you? Then become a member of the yEFIS Network. We are already a community of over 1,000 member from across Europe and the world. As a member, you'll enjoy several benefits:  

  • Being connected with yEFIS members around Europe and sharing information of interest
  • Being able to participate actively in the yEFIS Working Groups
  • Invitation to yEFIS events, symposia and special sessions during international congresses dedicated to young immunologists working in Europe and abroad
  • Access to our job position listing and newsletter
Do you have any particular interest in participating in yEFIS Working Groups or activities?

Would you like to propose any ideas of your own? Please, don't hesitate to contact us at yefis@efis.org. 

We are a bottom-up network and we encourage any interested young immunologists to participate in the organization of our activities.

Would like to join the Task Force and represent the young immunologists in your country?

Please, contact the current representative of your national society of immunology or to us at yefis@efis-org. We will give you all the information you need to apply for this position.

You can also participate in the activities that YI Groups organise in your country. Find the representative of your national society below and contact her/him to participate in their activities.

Task Forces