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Immunocontraception — Harnessing immune cells for social equity?

Deeva UthayakumarOctober 5, 2026

The quest for safe and effective birth control strategies has been a long-standing matter in society, with the earliest methods conceived in ancient times. Women in ancient Egypt had brewed...

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VLRs: the jawless fish strike back!

Deeva UthayakumarMay 24, 2026May 24, 2026

The intricate web of organs, cells, and molecules that make up our immune system can be viewed as the product of evolutionary optimization, designed by nature itself. Our adaptive immune...

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The inseparable nature of art and science: Does the “Renaissance man” still exist today?

Deeva UthayakumarOctober 2, 2025October 1, 2025

Science and art have co-existed as disciplines throughout human history. Both are manifestations of the human imagination and require a modicum of creativity and skill in observation. From intricate star-shaped...

From friend to foe: inflammation and its consequences in aging

Deeva UthayakumarJanuary 20, 2025May 15, 2025

With age comes a myriad of mental and physical changes that no one looks forward to, such as aches and pains, forgetfulness, and dulled senses. However, when it comes to...

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The Legacy of the Canadian Society for Immunology: Advancing Canadian immunology towards scientific progress, collaboration, and inclusivity (Infographic)

Deeva UthayakumarOctober 4, 2024May 15, 2025

The Canadian Society for Immunology (CSI) was founded in 1966 by Dr. Bernhard “Hardi” Cinader. A pioneering figure in immunological research across Canada, Dr. Cinader was inaugurated as the organization’s...

Uncovering the secrets of mitochondria: The road to an anti-aging remedy

Deeva UthayakumarOctober 30, 2023May 15, 2025

One of the holy grails of medicine is a cure for aging, and it has been the inspiration of many myths and legends, such as the Elixir of Life, the...

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Science Fiction or Reality: Where do genetically modified organisms belong?

Deeva UthayakumarJune 5, 2023May 15, 2025

As the human population explodes and extreme weather conditions surge due to climate change, we place an increasing burden on our agricultural industry, which is in dire need of innovation....

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Infographic – Milestones on the Road to Sustainable Manufacturing

Deeva UthayakumarJanuary 30, 2023May 15, 2025

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The Gut-Brain Connection: Role of Microbial Messengers

Deeva UthayakumarSeptember 16, 2022May 15, 2025

People often experience “butterflies in their stomach” or a “gut-wrenching” feeling in the face of stressful situations, but what does this entail? Is it just our imagination, or can the...

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The Gut-Brain Connection: Role of Microbial Messengers

Deeva UthayakumarSeptember 16, 2022May 15, 2025

People often experience “butterflies in their stomach” or a “gut-wrenching” feeling in the face of stressful situations, but what does this entail? Is it just our imagination, or can the...