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LAIT - IMMUNOTHERAPY LABORATORY
Registration
Programm
Abstract submission
About the Event
The 3rd National Immunotherapy Symposium has established itself as one of the leading meeting points for Brazil’s health‑innovation ecosystem. The event brings together renowned researchers, clinical investigators, and scientific leaders dedicated to advancing frontier technologies — from next‑generation monoclonal antibodies to the development and application of CAR‑T cell therapies.
For pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and developers of research solutions, the symposium offers a highly qualified environment for knowledge exchange, trend exploration, and the strengthening of collaboration networks.
Connection and Development Opportunities
Proximity to Scientific Research: Direct dialogue with research teams and centers that drive the demand for new technologies, methodologies, and analytical equipment.
Integration with the Health Industrial Complex: A space designed to bring scientific production closer to market needs, fostering strategic R&D partnerships.
Monitoring of Clinical Studies: Privileged access to updates on major clinical trials underway in Brazil and to the sector’s technological directions.
Dialogue with Society: Participation in an integrated forum that also includes the perspectives of patients and families, reinforcing a social commitment to expanding access to innovation.
A unique opportunity to follow the evolution of immunotherapy in Brazil, collaborate with leading experts in the field, and support the development of the country’s health‑innovation ecosystem.
HOT TOPICS
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Monoclonal Antibodies
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CAR‑T Cells
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New Targets for Immunotherapy
DATE & VENUE
Date: December 1–3, 2026
Venue: Moacyr Scliar Theater – UFCSPA Porto Alegre, RS
Committees
Organizing Committee
Cristina Beatriz Cazabuena Bonorino - Brasil
Luiz Carlos Rodrigues Junior - Brasil
Ana Paula Lepique - Brasil
Scientific Committee
Cristina Beatriz Cazabuena Bonorino - Brasil
Ana Paula Lepique - Brasil
Rodrigo Nalio - Brasil
Speakers
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Adriana Cesar Bonomo - UFRJ Brasil
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Ana Moro - Instituto Butantã Brasil
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Ana Paula Lepique - USP Brasil
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Andrea Maranhão - UnB
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Cristina Beatriz Cazabuena Bonorino - UFCSPA Brasil
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Emiliano de Oliveira Barreto - UFAL Brasil
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Joao Paulo de Biaso Viola - INCA Brasil
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Jose Alexandre Marzagao Barbuto - USP Brasil
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Kelly Grace Magalhaes - UnB Brasil
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Kenneth John Gollob - Hospital Albert Einsten Brasil
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Leandro Machado Colli - FMRUSP Brasil
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Luiz Carlos Rodrigues Junior - UFCSPA Brasil
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Martin Hernan Bonamino - INCA Brasil
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Patricia Cristina da Costa Neves - Fiocruz Brasil
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Rafael Vargas - UFCSPA Brasil
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Rodrigo Nalio Ramos - IDOR Brasil
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Vanderson Rocha - FM USP Brasil
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Jenna Guthmiller - University of Colorado EUA
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Josh Tan - NIH
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Shannon Bromley - MGH EUA
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Thiago de Jesus Borges - MGH EUA
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William Hwang - MGH EUA
Program
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Submission Rules
Abstract Submission
3rd National Immunotherapy Symposium
Important Dates
Submission period: until August 31, 2026
Review period: September 1–30, 2026
Results and author feedback: October 5, 2026
Travel Awards
The five abstracts with the highest scientific evaluation scores will receive financial support (Travel Awards), contingent upon approval by the review committee.
Submission
Abstracts must be submitted exclusively through the Google Form available at the link below.
Submission Guidelines
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Presentations may be delivered in Portuguese or English.
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References must be submitted separately from the abstract.
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The abstract must follow the ABNT format.
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References cited in the abstract should be minimal and indicated only by numbers.
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The abstract must not exceed 2,000 characters, including spaces.
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The abstract title must not exceed 255 characters, including spaces.
The submission form must include:
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Full name of all authors
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Email address
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CPF (for Brazilian authors only)
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Passport number (for international authors)
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Institutional affiliation of all authors
Additional rules:
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Abbreviations must be defined upon first use.
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Abstracts must not include tables, graphs, or images.
Presentations and Evaluation Criteria
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Presentations may be delivered in Portuguese or English.
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All approved abstracts must be accompanied by a poster presentation. The poster must be presented exclusively by the submitting author (PRESENTER), at the time and location designated by the event organizers.
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Presentations will be evaluated by an independent committee based on the following criteria:
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Relevance of the topic
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Originality and innovation
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Clarity and objectivity of the presentation
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Methodological and scientific quality of the research
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Conclusions and contributions to the field
Questions about abstract submission?
Send an email with the subject: “3rd National Immunotherapy Symposium – Abstract Submission”
Submission Rules
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Withdrawal and Refund Policy
If a formal communication and justification for withdrawal is submitted, refunds will be processed within 45 days after the event.
Refunds follow the criteria below:
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No justification: Request must be made up to 30 days before the start of the Symposium. Refund amount = 50% of the fee paid.
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Health issues: Request must be made up to 5 days before the start of the Symposium. Refund amount = 80% of the fee paid.
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Duplicate payment: Request must be made up to 5 days before the start of the Symposium. Refund amount = 100% of the fee paid.
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Withdrawal within 7 days after payment: Refund amount = 100% of the fee paid.
Refund Form and Required Documentation
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No justification: Refund request form + proof of payment.
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Health issues: Refund request form + medical certificate + proof of payment.
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Duplicate payment: Refund request form + both payment receipts.
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Withdrawal within 7 days after payment: Refund request form + proof of payment.
Important Information
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Only one registration per CPF is allowed. Registrations are non‑transferable.
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In case of reimbursement, your registration record will not be deleted from the system, meaning a new registration cannot be created.
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Participants who pay the registration fee and later receive sponsorship or courtesy support from a laboratory will follow the “no justification” refund rule — only 50% of the amount paid may be refunded.
« Registration Fee Refund Request Form »
Venue
Contact us
Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre (UFCSPA)
Building 2, Third Floor – Moacyr Scliar Theater
Address
Rua Sarmento Leite, 245 – Centro
Porto Alegre, RS
ZIP Code: 90050‑170
For questions, support, or additional information about the 3rd National Immunotherapy Symposium, please reach out through the channels below:
📱 +55 (51) 98122‑9259
Venue Address
Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre (UFCSPA)
Building 2, Third Floor – Moacyr Scliar Theater
Rua Sarmento Leite, 245 – Centro Porto Alegre, RS
ZIP Code: 90050‑170
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