Kitching Laboratory

Time is critical in AAV: dampening kidney inflammation prevents damage Why not target effector T cells - leave other T cells alone? Our paper in @NDTSocial defines IL-7Ra as a target doi.org/10.1093/ndt/gf… Anti-IL-7Ra Abs are in Phase 2 trials - alopecia @Q32Bio ?an AAV therapy

Very proud of my former PhD student, Dr Karl Gisslander, who delivered an inspiring talk: “A data-driven subclassification of ANCA-associated vasculitis.” Wonderful to see the next generation advancing our field. Well done, Karl!

#vasculitis26 Registries - a pillar of quality, planning and research: Prof Stephen McDonald sharing his insights on 50 years of the ANZ Dialysis and Transplant Registry - ANZDATA.

The Vasculitis Workshop Community & Patient Conference started earlier today in Melbourne Australia. Patient centered, with short informative presentations and a lot of breaks for the patients! Well done @anzvasc #vasculitis #IVW26 #raredisease

Join us in Melbourne for the 22nd International Vasculitis Workshop — proudly the first ever held in the Southern Hemisphere. We can’t wait to welcome the international vasculitis community to Australia. Register at: vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/registration/

Get ready to taste Melbourne! 🍽️ From world-class coffee to vibrant laneway dining, award-winning restaurants, fresh local produce and roof top bars - Melbourne is a city made for food lovers. Explore Melbourne's foodie scene: visitmelbourne.com/eat-and-drink/…

These are some of the faces you will see on the Plenary Stage at the International Vasculitis Workshop in Melbourne. Each speaker brings unique expertise and insight to this year’s program. Explore the full lineup: vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/plenary-speake…

Thinking about attending the International Vasculitis Workshop? Melbourne is an accessible destination for visitors from across Australia and New Zealand - with frequent flights + a vibrant city waiting to welcome you. Don’t miss out on this landmark event in our own region! 🌏

Did you know there are more than 60 invited vasculitis experts presenting at the International Vasculitis Workshop in Melbourne? This is an exceptional opportunity for the vasculitis community - one you won’t want to miss! Full list of invited speakers: vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/invited-speake…

Great to be partnering with the excellence of the @VasculitisFound for the Community and Patient Conference at #vasculitismelbourne early next year! Register here for any and all Workshop events: vasculitis-melbourne2026.com

Don't miss your chance to share new findings at the 22nd International Vasculitis Workshop! If you have been waiting to submit your late breaking abstract, consider this is your friendly reminder. Deadline: Wednesday 10 December, 2025 Submit: vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/late-breaking-…

The program for the 22nd International Vasculitis Workshop has now launched! Filled with amazing plenary speakers and sessions. Visit the website vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/program-full/ and start planning your Workshop!

The International Vasculitis Workshop welcomes Late Breaking Abstracts and may be able to accommodate a very limited number within the program. Submissions are open now and close on 10 December 2025. For more information visit: vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/late-breaking-…

Don't miss Prof Mackay's plenary. She a world-leading scientist and fantastic communicator! PS for all you "BVAS people," her PhD was at Birmingham University on T cells and EBV

We’re excited to welcome Professor Laura Mackay to the International Vasculitis Workshop 2026! As Professor and Immunology Theme Lead at the Peter Doherty Institute, she brings outstanding expertise to the 2026 program. Register: vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/registration/

Early bird rego just might stay open over the weekend, Australian time. It's not too late to join over 600 others registered at the cheap rate!

Claudin-1 (CLDN1) is a tight junction protein. Exposed during glom. injury, it’s involved in fibrosis and immune cells recruitment. Lixudebart specifically target a usually hidden epitope, improving #FSGS… and soon also other GN? G. Teixeira @PLTharaux @KitchingLab #kidneywk

Make the most of Melbourne while visiting for the 22nd International Vasculitis Workshop! Explore hidden laneway cafes, explore the coast or unwind in the Royal Botanic Gardens. Check out the LOC Melbourne Guides: vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/loc-melbourne-…

We’re thrilled to welcome Professor Stephen McDonald to the International Vasculitis Workshop 2026! A globally respected expert in vasculitis and nephrology, Prof McDonald brings invaluable insight and experience to the program. Register today at vasculitis-melbourne2026.com

Register for Vasculitis Workshop 2026 before 31 October to lock in the early bird rate! Don’t miss your chance to save your spot - and some $$ too. vasculitis-melbourne2026.com/registration/

Join us each month as we hear from vasculitis experts from across the globe - and why you should attend #VasculitisMelbourne2026! 📣Meet our very first Vasculitis Star Dr Eri Muso on ivw-2026.netlify.app/vasculitis-sta…📣