News
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Putting a spotlight on malnutrition in Canada: Alumni catch-up with Dr. Paula Littlejohn
October 6, 2026
This Canadian Malnutrition Awareness Week, Dr. Paula Littlejohn discusses her work investigating the role of the microbiome in malnutrition.
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Even modest post-infection complications can make expanded vaccine coverage cost effective: New modelling
October 5, 2026
A new study from the Saad-Roy lab underscores the need to factor in the long-term impacts of infectious disease when determining optimum vaccine coverage rates.
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Scientists use bacteria to produce muconic acid from plants
October 5, 2026
Researchers in the Eltis lab have engineered a soil bacterium to synthesize muconic acid, a valuable chemical in the manufacturing industry, from plant matter.
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An epigenetic atlas for cancer therapy
September 17, 2026
Dr. Martin Hirst discusses how epigenetics can unlock new cancer treatments, the value of large epigenetic datasets, and the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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Microbiology and Immunology labs host Indigenous students through summer research program
September 8, 2026
Three labs hosted seed2STEM students this summer, providing hands-on research experience, mentorship, and a glimpse into life in a university lab.
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Dr. Curtis Huttenhower to join Department of Microbiology and Immunology as Eddie Goldenberg Research Chair of Canada in Microbiome Sciences
August 31, 2026
A global leader in using computational methods to study microbial communities, Dr. Huttenhower aims to turn knowledge into practical tools for a healthier world
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Vaginal organoids may unlock new insight into sexually transmitted infections in women
July 30, 2026
Dr. Maria Tokuyama's team developed new vaginal models that can become infected with sexually transmitted viruses and respond to antiviral drugs.
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Geography influences early programming of the immune system
July 21, 2026
A study led by Dr. Bob Hancock finds that programming of the immune system in the first week of life unfolds uniquely in separate geographic cohorts of newborns
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Jefferies lab develops promising new ‘Gemini’ platform for vaccine and therapeutic delivery
July 13, 2026
Dr. Wilf Jefferies's team has developed a new, versatile platform for delivering therapeutics and vaccines that could reduce costs and improve access.
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Microbiology and Immunology researchers present at Autoimmune Biomedical Collaborative Symposium
July 8, 2026
The symposium aims to forge connections across research, clinical practice, and patient needs to facilitate new interventions for autoimmune diseases.