New study aims to answer pressing COVID-19 question

Researchers from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the Allen Institute for Immunology are teaming up for a deep dive into patients’ immune responses to SARS-CoV-2, to address why some people develop life-threatening symptoms while others recover with few or no symptoms. They hope the results could contribute to vaccine development and new therapies.

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5 cool things your immune system can do

Hack evolution, keep lifelong exposure records and more — Allen Institute immunologists share some of the far-out cellular feats happening in your body on a regular basis.

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Troy Torgerson | Transforming outcomes for patients

See how Troy Torgerson, Director of Experimental Immunology at the Allen Institute for Immunology, is leading cross-disciplinary teams to better understand the immune system. Learn more about Troy's insights on research in the time of coronavirus, why the immune system is so fascinating, and the largest mysteries of human health and disease in our Q&A interview and video.

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Partner highlight: University of California San Diego with University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

The Allen Institute for Immunology’s work relies on a unique partnership with leading research organizations around the country. Read more about our partnership with the University of California San Diego and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, and how this team is helping us study rheumatoid arthritis at its earliest stages.

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July SLU Collaborative Seminar met virtually

Researchers from Fred Hutch, UW and the Allen Institute for Immunology presented talks on the topic of “research with human subjects” in the first virtual SLU Collaborative Seminar on July 16.

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In the News

Immunology institute founded by Paul Allen shifts focus to tackle coronavirus

Seattle Times, August 15, 2020

Fred Hutch and Allen Institute launch study of milder COVID-19 cases, aiming for unique insights

GeekWire, August 13, 2020