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,...
The Legacy of the Canadian Society for Immunology: Advancing Canadian immunology towards scientific progress, collaboration, and inclusivity (Infographic)
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...
Seminal Canadian Discoveries in Immunology
Despite having its statehood established relatively recently in 1867 and hosting a relatively small population of just over 40 million inhabitants, Canada has an illustrious history of major contributions to...
Indigenous Peoples’ Holistic Approach to Healing
"Years ago there were no drugs and we used herbs. In our way of life we depended on traditional medicine, and we helped ourselves…Today, modern medicine and doctors have taken...
Why are anchor companies important for Canada’s biotech sector?
Canada is globally renowned for its excellence in research and science, with a legacy that includes groundbreaking discoveries such as that of insulin. This strong scientific foundation attracts venture capital...
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