This autumn edition of Immunology News celebrates the inspiring talent of the emerging generation of immunologists. Hear from the PhD and Postdoc winners of our Bright Sparks sessions from BSI Congress 2021 as they tell us about their interesting research, the early career researcher (ECR) editorial boards of our official journals on their valuable insights on building peer review skills and our Education & Careers Secretary, Dr Donald Palmer on his highlights from BSI Summer School.

We also look ahead to Congress 2022, taking a closer look at what our attendees can look forward to in Liverpool this December and look back at our members attending an international conference earlier this year and sharing their top tips for ECRs presenting their research.

Additionally, you can learn about some of our wonderful members including Prof Danuta Gutowska-Owsiak who shares her journey in immunology across two countries, and our Immunosenescence Affinity Group's upcoming conference.

The summer issue of Immunology News is a special edition marking the launch of our new Diversity & Inclusion framework where we lay out how we are going to work with our members and community to progress our equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) work.

You can also learn more about the amazing EDI activities being carried out by our members. Read about how The STEM Village is inspiring and embracing LGBTQ+ people in STEM, the value of exploring the experiences of senior immunologists to benefit our community and an important inclusive research event.

To help you understand how we fund the vital support for our members and secure the Society’s future, this issue features an article with insights on the BSI finances.

Additionally, you can read other interesting articles from our members and meet our new BSI committee members including our President-elect.