معرفی
Dr. Karen Y Lo is a sessional Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Trinity Western University, teaching courses like Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics. She serves as the campus Biosafety Officer and mentors undergraduate researchers. Her expertise spans cellular microbiology, cell biology, and microscopy, with research focusing on bacterial infections and host-pathogen interactions. She has authored seven peer-reviewed publications, including collaborative work with undergraduate students.
Education:
- Ph.D. (Cellular Microbiology), Simon Fraser University (2017)
- Certificate in University Teaching and Learning, Simon Fraser University (2015)
- B.Sc. (Biology), Simon Fraser University (2008)
Research Interests: Dr. Lo investigates host cell responses to bacterial pathogens such as Francisella tularensis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, using C. elegans models and live fluorescence microscopy. Her work bridges microbiology, cell biology, and neurobiology, exploring mechanisms of bacterial virulence and immune responses. Recent collaborations include studies on endosomal vesicle movement during infections.
Awards:
- Phyllis Carter Burr Graduate Scholarship (2015)
- President’s PhD Scholarship (2015)
- Shaughn Clements Biological Sciences Graduate Award (2014)
Advising & Grants: Dr. Lo has mentored undergraduate researchers, co-authoring five publications with students. Her current projects with Dr. Stringham explore C. elegans immunity mechanisms. While specific grant details are not mentioned, her research aligns with microbiology and cellular biology funding priorities.
Labs & Affiliations: Collaborates with Dr. Stringham’s lab at TWU, focusing on bacterial infection models. Active in professional societies like the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
