Student Research Week 2026

38th Annual Student Research Week

Inquire, Experiment, Discover: Unlocking the Secrets of Immune Defense

2026 Information

• February 25^th-27^th, 2026
• Location: Academic Event Center (Lubbock Campus)
• Submit your abstract here!

2026 Theme

This year’s Student Research Week (SRW), hosted by the Department of Immunology and Molecular Microbiology (IMM) at TTUHSC, explores the theme “Inquire, Experiment, Discover: Unlocking the Secrets of Immune Defense”. We are excited to present the fascinating world of immune defenses, the intricate systems that protect and define who we are. To truly understand this complexity, we must inquire, experiment, and discover—unraveling the mysteries that shape our immune system.

SRW will be held in-person where attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders presenting the latest research tools and technology. We will also be featuring events including lightning talks, poster sessions and a poster competition. We’re delighted to welcome two remarkable keynote speakers, Dr. Michael Y Gerner (University of Washington) and Dr. Nicole Baumgarth (Johns Hopkins University), who will deliver presentations on February 27th, offering insights into their groundbreaking research on different aspects of our immune system and its role in health and infections.

Helpful Links

• Poster Guidelines
• SRW Committee
• SRW Forms - coming soon!
• SRW Vendors and Sponsors - coming soon!

Key Dates

• December 4, 2025: Abstract submissions open
• January 16, 2026: Deadline for Judged Poster and Lightning Talk Abstracts
• January 23, 2026: Deadline for Unjudged Poster Abstracts

If you have any questions, please contact the SRW Committee.