The Frontiers in Immunology Research Network (FIRN) (www.firnweb.com) is an international entity, which facilitates the exchange of information and collaboration among scientists in academic and non-academic organizations as well as business and government. It encourages and supports the advancement of immunology in all aspects of research, scholarship and clinical practice for the benefit of human and animal well-being. Contact Details: FIRN 64 Holden Street Worcester MA 01605-3109, USA Tel: (508) 852-3937, Fax: (508) 595-0089 Email: hkan@firnweb.com, Web: http://www.firnweb.com