Plant Autoimmunity

Plant autoimmunity refers to the phenomenon where a plant's immune system mistakenly recognizes its own components as foreign and initiates an immune response against them. This leads to the development of autoimmune-like diseases in plants, impacting their growth, development, and overall health. The plant immune system is a complex network of mechanisms designed to recognize and defend against pathogens. However, in some cases, this system can misfire, causing immune responses to self-components. Autoimmune-like disorders in plants may manifest as abnormal growth patterns, tissue damage, and reduced yield. Research in plant autoimmunity explores the molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying these disorders. Factors such as genetic mutations, environmental stressors, and pathogen interactions can contribute to the development of plant autoimmune responses. Understanding plant autoimmunity is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate its impact on crop productivity and plant health. This field also provides insights into the fundamental processes of plant immunity, contributing to advancements in agriculture and plant biology.

Committee Members
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Duccio Medini

Duccio Medini

BioForge, United States
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Jocelyn Jakubik

Jocelyn Jakubik

Apex Pathogen Solutions, United States
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Sergey V Suchkov

Sergey V Suchkov

N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Rosane Cuber Guimaraes

Rosane Cuber Guimaraes

Bio-Manguinhos/ Fiocruz, Brazil
IVC 2026 Speakers
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Zhujun Ao

Zhujun Ao

University of Manitoba, Canada
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Sergey V Suchkov

Sergey V Suchkov

N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Ashish Kumar Maurya

Ashish Kumar Maurya

John Snow India, India
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Sajal Dey

Sajal Dey

BRIC-Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics, India
Speaker at International Vaccines Congress 2026 - Ayman H M El Deeb

Ayman H M El Deeb

Cairo University, Egypt

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