Invitation

Dear Colleagues,

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to participate in the 28th Symposium of the Collegium Internationale Allergologicum on Translational Science: From Basic to Clinical Immunology and Allergy from 25-30 April 2010 in Ischia, Italy.

The purpose of the meeting is to bring translational scientists, clinical immunologists and allergists together to foster interdisciplinary approaches to understand and treat immune-based disorders.

As in previous years, the majority of the scientific program will be given over to free communications that will be presented either as oral abstract presentations or as poster discussions. The Collegium's unique organizational structure and membership guidelines ensure that the science presented at the biennial symposia of the Collegium is not only important, but contains many late-breaking developments.

We believe that the venue we have chosen to accommodate scientists and accompanying persons follows the traditions and style that characterize the meetings of the Collegium. Ischia is a truly inspirational island to visit from a historical perspective as well as in regards to social events. Its rich culture reflects its exciting past. Known as the 'Green Island' for its abundance of woods and gardens, it was the first site in Italy to be colonized by the Greeks, "Magna Grecia", who were attracted to the island by the many hot springs, whose healing properties still today attract visitors worldwide. The Archeological Museum and Excavations of Pithecusae are just across the road from the venue.

On behalf of the Collegium Council Members, we look forward to welcoming you to Ischia in 2010, and we hope that we can rely upon your support in what promises to be a combination of excellent science in a convivial atmosphere.

Yours sincerely,

Gianni Marone
President and Symposium Organizer

Massimo Triggiani
Symposium Organizer