We're on the final countdown to Congress 2000. To catch up on the developments on an exciting line-up look out for the programme update mailed with this issue. We visit the South West on page 13. Graziella Mazza explores the activities of a thriving community of Bristol immunologists, which span from autoimmunity to cytokine gene polymorphism research.
Immunology is newsworthy.
Recent and varied coverage of our science in the press is revealed on page 29. If you have ever been tempted to delve into the world of patent law then turn to page 41. Julie Perry hopes that this guide to patents and inventions will answer many of the queries surrounding what can appear to be a very complex issue. We complete this issue with our Backchat, page 43, where William Cookson provides a personal insight into academic and industrial partnerships. BSI members who are not attending are asked to contact Triangle House after the Congress if they would like a copy of the abstract book.