Parasite-Induced Death Seeking Behavior
We've all seen movies or read books featuring zombies—mindless creatures driven by a singular, relentless urge. The reassuring thought is that these undead beings are purely fictional… or so we've...
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Aging Through the Lens of Culture: How Societies Shape the Way We Age
As humans, one thing binds us universally: we age. Yet societies and cultures perceive aging in profoundly different ways, shaping how we treat older individuals and view our own aging...
Cell death: the unsung hero of life
Anything related to the word ‘death’ generally has a negative connotation. However, in the context of cell death, is death really bad? Cell death is in fact, an essential and...
Unlocking the Secrets of anti-Aging: Products and Therapies for Youthful Vitalit
Every year, people come together to celebrate the cherished occasion of their birthday – a day often filled with joy and anticipation. In the earlier stages of life, such as...
Sex differences in aging: who has it better?
While we can list many differences between males and females, how we age is usually not one we think of. Globally, females live longer than males- the average life expectancy...
From Mercy to Morality: Canada’s MAID Debate and the Ethics of Choices
“Primum non nocere [First, do no harm].” Hippocrates Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) marks a significant change in Canada’s end-of-life care, sitting at the crossroads of legal, ethical, and social...
Beyond the Brain: Insights into Neurodegeneration with Dr. Olga Rojas
Dr. Olga Rojas is a scientist whose passion for discovery and positive approach to research are undeniable. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Rojas, a professor at...
Letter from the Editors – Volume 12 Issue 3, 2025
“Death is just another path, one that we all must take.” - Gandalf (The Lord of the Rings, J.R.R Tolkien) Ageing is a natural step in the adventure of life,...
Letter from the Chair, Dr. Jennifer Gommerman – Volume 12 Issue 3, 2025
Ageing well is the goal of any sensible person. But what does ageing well mean? In this issue of IMMPress, we read about the biology, psychology and culture of ageing....
IMMpress Volume 12 Issue 2 – Canadian Immunology
About the Cover This issue’s cover presents a modern and stylized interpretation of “The Jack Pine”, an iconic painting by Canadian artist Tom Thomson (1877-1917). Much like the original painting,...