Abstract
This lecture will explore the molecular basis of the dialogue between the nervous and immune systems, highlighting cytokines, stress mediators and shared receptors. It will also show how the major sensory systems (notably the vagal system, peripheral sensory nerves) ensure the transmission of immune information to the brain, establishing a bridge between bodily perception and central response. The lecture will emphasize that both systems can " speak to each other " by sharing a common molecular language, shaping an integrated response to the environment and internal signals.
