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Translational research and development (R&D) in immunology, human microbiome, and food allergy diagnostic methods.

Who We Are

Immunity Group Australia was established as a partnership between like-minded individuals, passionate about allergies, microbiome and immune deficiency related diagnostics, research and development in biotechnology and life sciences. We focus on collaborative projects and opportunities across the Indo-Pacific region.

Dr Jones is a global expert on food adverse reactions, whose internationally recognised food allergy treatment centre in the US has helped over 2,500 patients, including more than 40 Australians, achieve food freedom over the past decade.

Nina is a food allergy Mum to Alex and Amelia, and a specialist researcher, journalist, and educator. She came into this project with a local vision and global ambition to help other food allergy families lead a healthier and more-fulfilling life.

Dr Douglas Jones

MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI

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Dr Jones is a global expert on food adverse reactions, whose internationally recognised food allergy treatment centre in the US has helped over 2,500 patients, including more than 40 Australians, achieve food freedom over the past decade.

He has been part of a pioneering effort for oral immunotherapy, having co-founded several organisations to help train doctors and allergists from across the world.

Dr Jones has developed novel applications to the basophil activation test, a state-of-the-art diagnostic tool which is used to diagnose and treat food adverse reactions and immunity disorders.

He has received numerous awards such as 2023 APEX Award of Excellence, Utah’s Best Allergist (Salt Lake City Weekly), Who’s Who Top Doctors Honors Edition, Most Compassionate Doctor, Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) Allies Award Winner, America’s Top Physician, and Patient’s Choice Award.

Dr Jones brings to the company a wealth of clinical and research expertise, global strategic leadership, and a strong biotech medical-scientific background.

Dr Nina Markovic Khaze

PhD

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Nina is a food allergy Mum to Alex and Amelia, and a specialist researcher, journalist, and educator.

She came into this project with a local vision and global ambition to help other food allergy families lead a healthier and more-fulfilling life.

As a published author and an established career researcher Nina co-authored with Dr Jones Immunity Group Australia’s first publication on immune fitness & food allergy resilience.

Nina infuses the company with an entrepreneurial zeal spanning biotech and life sciences, media and communications, as well as the political arena.

About Us

We are a US-Australian biotech company with a special interest in translational research and development (R&D) in immunology, human microbiome, and food allergy diagnostic methods.

Established by Dr Douglas Jones MD from the United States and Dr Nina Markovic Khaze from Australia, our company’s vision is to forge collaborations with public and private entities and partners to propel forward-looking projects under the US-Australia biotech alliance. This encompasses advancing the basophil activation test for food allergies through employing cutting-edge technology and testing methodologies, and engaging in collaborative, multi-stakeholder projects that delve into gut health research and immunity enhancement.

Resources & Education

Our in-house educational courses and resources cover a range of topics relating to food adverse reactions, microbiome health and immunology research. They are designed to empower individuals with knowledge and tools to lead a healthier and more fulfilling life. We also partner with other Australian and global companies, delivering high-impact content.

For our currently available courses and upcoming educational sessions, please contact us via email here.

Blog & News

Welcome to our Blog & News section!

Blog & News

Webinar: Biopsychosocial aspects of food allergy anxiety and OIT: insights from practice

Join us for an expert webinar on the biopsychosocial aspects of food allergy anxiety and…
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Unveiling the Power of Exposure: A Tale of Mind and Immunity

Imagine you have a fear that keeps you awake at night—something that makes your heart…
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Webinar: Food Allergy Family Resilience

Living with life-threatening food allergies presents a specific set of challenges for the sufferers and…
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Neffy received FDA approval: what do global experts say?

Neffy has been described as the "world's first needle-free alternative" to injectable adrenaline, used as…

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