The D. Bernard Amos Research Lecture
The D. Bernard Amos Research Lecture is a student-organized event supported by the D. Bernard Amos Fellowship Endowment. The lectureship was established by the Department of Immunology to honor Dr. Amos’ memory and recognize his many contributions to medical research, education, and service. His efforts to move laboratory findings to the bedside are some of the best examples of translational science with a direct impact on the treatment of human diseases.
Immunology students and postdoctoral fellows showcase their own work through poster representations and awards are given for the best posters. This event provides a unique networking opportunity for trainees to interact directly with some of the world’s most prominent immunologists.
2023 Lecture
This year's lecture on May 9 was presented by Richard Flavell, PhD, FRS. Dr. Flavell is Sterling Professor of Immunobiology at Yale University School of Medicine.
Remembering D. Bernard Amos
D. Bernard Amos completed his medical training at Guy’s Hospital in London and began his research career there as a fellow in 1952. In 1962, he was recruited to Duke University as Professor of Immunology and Professor of Experimental Surgery to establish the Division of Immunology. As Chief of the Division of Immunology (1962-1993), he built one of the premier clinical and research transplantation centers in the world. After a long and successful career, Bernard retired as James B. Duke Professor of Immunology and Experimental Surgery in 1993.
Bernard made seminal and enduring scientific contributions to the areas of immunogenetics, tumor immunity and transplantation immunology. His efforts to move laboratory findings to the bedside are some of the best examples of translational science culminating directly in the improved treatment of human disease.