A Gut Feeling
Our intestinal tract is a fascinating organ. As the largest mucosal surface in the body, it is home to trillions of microbes — bacteria, fungi, helminths, and viruses — that...
The Good, the Bad, and the Parasites
It is estimated that approximately 20% of the world’s population suffer from allergic diseases. As the rates continue to increase, scientists are digging deeper into the different factors that contribute...
Emerging Treatments for Food Allergy
Food allergy is estimated to affect 7-8% of individuals of all ages in Canada and has become increasingly prevalent over the last two decades. For those with severe anaphylaxis, ingestion...
The History of the Human Diet
As Homo sapiens have evolved over time, their diet has evolved with them. From the hunter-gatherer age to the development of agriculture to the modern era, the human diet and...
Issue 1, 2019 – Cover
“I will astonish Paris with an apple.” Paul Cézanne (1839-1906) astonished more than just Paris with his art. Over his career, the renowned, post-impressionist master created over 200 still life...
Letter from the Editors – Volume 7, Issue 1
“THE DAY IS COMING WHEN A SINGLE CARROT, FRESHLY OBSERVED, WILL SET OFF A REVOLUTION.” – PAUL CEZANNE In this issue of IMMpress Magazine we satiate our appetites as we...
Letter from the Chair – Volume 7, Issue 1
[caption id="attachment_2807" align="aligncenter" width="584"] Dr. Juan Carlos Zúñiga-Pflücker, Chair, Department of Immunology, University of Toronto[/caption] As part of our nature, we hunger for nourishment to keep us going, and this...
International Man of Immunology: An Interview with Dr. Eric Gracey
Dr. Eric Gracey completed his PhD at the University of Toronto’s Department of Immunology under the supervision of Dr. Rob Inman in 2016. Dr. Gracey is highly passionate about his...
Targetting Cellular Metabolism in Cancer Therapy
Metabolic remodeling is a step that is absolutely required for the malignant transformation of cells. Being able to rapidly and continuously divide is the key feature of cancer cells. In...
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