We are excited to announce the 4th HIV Mucosal Systems Meeting (HMSM), which will be held from May 11–13, 2026, at Northwestern University's downtown Chicago campus. 

This meeting's objective is to offer a much-needed forum for global discussion on crucial subjects pertaining to HIV interactions with mucosal systems. Mucosal innate and adaptive immunity, mucosal epithelial barriers, microbiome, mucous properties, mucosal transmission, interventions, technological developments in mucosal research, and pertinent HIV epidemiology and clinical science aspects are among the topics covered.

Young investigators are strongly encouraged to attend. It will be a great chance for networking, learning, and discussion. Please direct CFARs, working groups and anybody else who might be interested to this webpage. 

Further details about registration, hotel information, and abstracts will be provided at a later date. 

All program and logistical questions should be directed to conference organizers at mucsysinfo@northwestern.edu or via the Contact Us tab below.