This is the fourth of a series of Symposia in Immunology which were organized to bring important new information on the expanding field of immunology to practicing physicians interested in the field. Highly renowned basic scientists share their results with physicians conducting clinical research and those experienced in the treatment of the respective diseases. This series of symposia is planned to cover different areas of immunology and will help to close the gap between special achievements of scientists and practicing physicians.

Basic Mechanisms

Cytokines and Neuroendocrine Hormones as Mediators of Cutaneous Immunity and Inflammation
Human Thl and Th2 Responses: Mechanisms of Polarization and Practical Implications
The Central Role of T Cells in IgE Regulation and Bronchial Hyperreactivity - A Target for Specific Immunomodulation
Regulation of B Cell Switching to IgE
Fc?RI: Structure, Cellular Distribution, and Function
Molecular Genetic Studies of Atopic Allergy
Allergic Inflammation
Predictors and Determinants of Atopy in Childhood
Atopic Dermatitis - The Skin Manifestation of Atopy
Inflammation in Chronic Asthma
Allergies of the Gastrointestinal Tract
Immunotheraphy: Possibilities and Perspectives
Strategies for Indoor Allergen Elimination
Effect of Immunotherapy on Humoral and Cellular Markers in Allergic Patients
Recombinant Allergens: Basic Aspects and New Therapeutic Concepts
Perspectives of Immunological Prevention and Therapy of IgE-Mediated Allergic Diseases.