New Trends in Autoimmunity and Vaccines

Dear Colleagues,

In this symposium we will discuss how infection can induce autoimmune diseases, mainly by hyperstimulation of the immune systems of genetically prone individuals. An emphasis will be placed on molecular mimicry. COVID-19 will be a case in point, with 12 autoimmune diseases known to be induced by the virus as well as 15 diverse autoantibodies. The impact of vaccines with molecular mimicry and aluminum as an adjuvant will be discussed, the advantage of mRNA will be delineated, and we will address who should be aware of vaccines and what to do when autoimmune diseases emerge. Through this Special Issue, we aim to present research on how to prepare a better and safer vaccine. Further subjects to be treated here will include cytokine storms, their mechanisms, and how to avoid them.                       

Prof. Dr. Yehuda Shoenfeld
Guest Editor

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