Alain Lamarre

Alain Lamarre

Fondation Armand-Frappier

Researcher

Biography

Dr. Alain Lamarre is a full professor at the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS), within the Armand-Frappier Santé Biotechnologie Research Centre. A recognized researcher in immunology, virology, and cancer, he focuses his work on understanding the immune mechanisms involved in viral infections and cancer, as well as on vaccine development. He holds the Jeanne and J.-Louis Lévesque Chair in Immunovirology—an INRS research chair that underscores the significance of his contributions to the field. Through his research, Professor Lamarre helps advance scientific knowledge in immunovirology, a field of study at the intersection of immunology and virology that is essential to the fight against infectious diseases and cancer.

Research and impacts

  • 9 articles published in high-impact journals
  • Breakthroughs in immunovirology: new mechanisms of immune cell activation and insights into how certain viruses disrupt the internal functioning of cells.
  • Therapeutic advances: nanoparticles and new adjuvants demonstrate the potential to enhance the efficacy of anti-cancer treatments.
  • Immunotoxicology: key data on the impact of micro- and nanoplastics on immunity.
  • Training and talent development: several doctoral theses and master’s dissertations completed; new students recruited.
  • Strengthened strategic infrastructure: major $4.3M grant from the MEIE to upgrade the containment level 3 laboratory.

Researchers