# Eighth International Conference on Osteoimmunology

> **NIH NIH R13** · UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT SCH OF MED/DNT · 2020 · $23,000

## Abstract

Summary:
Bone has many functions. It provides a rigid superstructure for the body, it is an anchor for muscles and a
storehouse for calcium and phosphorus, which are critical co-factors in numerous biochemical reactions.
Furthermore, bone is the primary site of hematopoiesis and immune cell development. The regulated
differentiation of hematopoietic precursor cells into a variety of lineages allows the development of mature
immune and blood cells, which, in turn, support metabolism and defend the host from infection. Similarly, the
regulated differentiation of bone-forming and bone-resorbing cells is critical for maintaining the integrity of the
skeleton. It is now well established that bone, immune and hematopoietic cells interact in the bone marrow
microenvironment and the periphery. For example, when the immune or hematopoietic systems become
abnormal, severe damage to bone can occur. Likewise, abnormalities of bone can alter immune and
hematopoiesis responses. The field of “osteoimmunology” was developed to bridge gaps in our knowledge of
interaction of bone, immune, and hematopoietic cell function. Unfortunately, researchers in these all too often
disparate fields frequently function without the most up-to-date knowledge of developments in the other areas
of osteoimmunology. This “siloing” of information results in inefficiencies, which retard progress. The goal of
the Eighth International Conference on Osteoimmunology: Interactions of the Immune and Skeletal Systems is
to bring together senior and junior researchers in the multiple areas of osteoimmunology at a venue where they
can present state-of-the-art science, develop collaborations and speed advancement of the field. The
organizers believe that such an arrangement is the most efficient way to increase interactions. As proof, past
conferences have resulted in considerable fruitful collaborations among participants. To our knowledge, no
other conference or venue provides a similar experience.

## Key facts

- **NIH application ID:** 9989981
- **Project number:** 1R13AR077376-01
- **Recipient organization:** UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT SCH OF MED/DNT
- **Principal Investigator:** Joseph A Lorenzo
- **Activity code:** R13 (R01, R21, SBIR, etc.)
- **Funding institute:** NIH
- **Fiscal year:** 2020
- **Award amount:** $23,000
- **Award type:** 1
- **Project period:** 2020-04-01 → 2023-03-31

## Primary source

NIH RePORTER: https://reporter.nih.gov/project-details/9989981

## Citation

> US National Institutes of Health, RePORTER application 9989981, Eighth International Conference on Osteoimmunology (1R13AR077376-01). Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-12 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nih/9989981. Licensed CC0.

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