Immunity for Health Annual Event 2026: Beyond Routine Vaccination
Join us for the 11th edition of Immunity for Health
On December 2, 2026, Immunity for Health will bring together researchers, healthcare professionals, industry experts and public institutions at Rode Bol in Ghent for its 11th annual event.
Under the theme “Beyond Routine Vaccination”, this year’s event explores how vaccination strategies can be adapted to populations with specific needs, including ageing populations, pregnant women, and immunocompromised patients.
2026 Theme: Beyond Routine Vaccination
While routine vaccination programmes play an essential role in public health, some populations require more tailored approaches. This year’s event will look beyond standard immunisation schedules and explore the scientific and clinical challenges surrounding vaccination in populations with specific needs.
What to Expect:
- Scientific sessions exploring vaccination in ageing populations, pregnant women and immunocompromised patients
- Expert presentations and discussions on current challenges, scientific evidence, and innovative developments
- A cross-species perspective on maternal immunisation and neonatal protection
- Networking opportunities with professionals from academia, industry, healthcare and public institutions
- B2Match one-to-one meetings, allowing participants to connect and arrange meetings with fellow attendees
Confirmed speakers:
- Prof. dr. Paolo Palma – University of Antwerp / University of Rome Tor Vergata
- Prof. dr. Johan Flamaing – KU Leuven / UZ Leuven
- Prof. dr. Pierre Van Damme – University of Antwerp / Vaccinopolis
- Prof. dr. Bert Devriendt – University of Ghent
- Prof. dr. Kirsten Maertens – University of Antwerp
- Prof. dr. Jeroen van der Hilst – Hasselt University / Jessa Hospital
- Dr. Jelle Visser – Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM)
More speakers and programme details will be announced soon.
Discover the full programme
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More information on registration and networking opportunities is available through our B2Match event platform.
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Organizations with expertise in immunology, oncology, vaccinology and infectious diseases, are invited to join Immunity for Health. Together, we build a strong network, fostering innovation in diagnostics, medical devices, immunotherapeutics, and vaccines for humans and animals and across the entire value chain—from R&D to manufacturing, supply, marketing, and beyond. Join us to make impact!
