The innate and adaptive immune systems Our immune system is broadly divided into two separate “arms” that communicate with each other to protect us from infections. These two factions are termed the innate and adaptive immune systems1. The innate immune system is evolutionarily more ancient than its adaptive counterpart. It acts as a broad first-line...

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Over the past 10 years, IMMpress Magazine has delivered remarkable features, timely analysis of critical topics, stunning infographics, and insightful articles. The current issue continues this IMMpeccable track record. This issue of IMMpress is truly a powerful one, as it delves into the heart of cellular energy production, the mighty mitochondrion. As this is my...

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Small but mighty, mitochondria are double-membraned organelles that generate energy for our cells and power biological processes that keep us alive. These potent bodies of energy received its famous name “powerhouse of the cell” in 1857 for their essential role in keeping our cells alive. Near the end of the century, another “powerhouse” was being...

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As budding researchers, students of science and technology are met with the same old question regarding their choice of career– “Academia or industry? Where would you like to work?” While these two choices are not the only available career options anymore, they are indeed the more conventional paths that most young scientists tend to take....

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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. Evolving agricultural practices to meet food demand can be traced as far back as 12,000 years ago, when the agricultural revolution resulted in the transition...

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Technology. Entertainment. Design. The convergence of these three themes into short, influential talks forms the basis of TED conferences – one of the most successful and widespread scientific outreach initiatives in recent decades. As a nonpartisan, non-profit company formed in 1984, TED is dedicated to communicating transformative ideas in highly engaging and accessible formats. So,...

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Social media has revolutionized the way we consume information, and science is no exception. With just a few clicks, we can access the latest scientific breakthroughs, research findings, and discussions from experts in the field. According to a 2021 survey by the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA), 69% of Canadians are active on social media...

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Dr. Derek Clouthier is currently working at AstraZeneca as a Global Medical Affairs Lead in Oncology. After completing his PhD in 2015 under the supervision of Dr. Tania Watts, Derek pursued various unexpected opportunities that led him to successful positions in major pharmaceutical companies. In this interview, we had the privilege to discuss with Derek...

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Your friends, your family, your co-workers. Your next-door neighbour of 10 years, a random passerby on the street. Throughout the pandemic we’ve lived with the reality that anyone could spread COVID to us, even if they aren’t showing symptoms. To protect ourselves from infection, we’ve also needed to rely on the expertise of strangers in...

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In recent years, PhD graduates have seen a shift in employment opportunities, with a growing number of non-traditional roles available beyond teaching and research. The specialized knowledge and expertise gained through rigorous research training make PhD professionals highly valuable to government agencies, non-profits, and private companies. In Canada, “law and social, community, and government services”...

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