Bryan Guo

Bryan Guo

MSc Student
Department of Cell and Systems Biology
University of Toronto
25 Harbord St., Toronto, ON M5S 3G5

Email: bryan.guo@mail.utoronto.ca

Current Research

Cetaceans (whales and dolphins) evolved unique visual adaptations during an evolutionary
transition from terrestrial to marine environments. I am currently investigating mutations in cetacean rhodopsin that may confer functional advantages.

Education

  • M.Sc. – University of Toronto (2024-present)
    Cell and Systems Biology
  • H.B.Sc. – University of Toronto (2020-2024)
    Cell and Molecular Biology, Immunology

Awards

  • F. Michael Barrett Award for Best Poster Presentation (2024)
  • CSB Undergraduate Research Award (2023)

Training/Experiences

  • Independent Research in Cell and Systems Biology I (CSB498)
    Department     of Cell & Systems Biology (2023-2024)

Extracurriculars

  • University of Toronto Naginata Club, Communications Officer (2023-2024)
  • Toronto General Hospital, Volunteer (2023-2024)
  • Molecular Networks of the Cell, Focus Group Member (2021-2024)