Li Tao Guo
About Li Tao Guo
Li Tao Guo is an Associate Research Scientist at Yale University, specializing in bioinformatics and molecular biology. He holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and has extensive experience in developing sequencing tools and analyzing genomic data.
Work at Yale University
Li Tao Guo has been affiliated with Yale University for several years, serving in various capacities. He began as a Postdoctoral Associate in the Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry (MBB) department from 2007 to 2013. Following this role, he transitioned to the position of Associate Research Scientist, where he has been working since 2018. His work at Yale has involved collaboration with both industrial and academic teams to develop next-generation sequencing tools and adapt bioinformatics pipelines for data analysis.
Education and Expertise
Li Tao Guo holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology from Nankai University, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from The Institute of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, from 2002 to 2007. Additionally, he earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Bioinformatics from Brandeis University between 2017 and 2020. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his research in molecular biology and bioinformatics.
Research Contributions
Li Tao Guo has made significant contributions to the field of molecular biology and bioinformatics. He has collaborated with various teams to develop next-generation sequencing tools and has adapted bioinformatics pipelines for analyzing complex sequencing data. His research includes initiating and leading mechanistic studies of MarathonRT, an ultra-processive reverse transcriptase, which highlights his focus on advancing scientific understanding in his field.
Professional Experience
Before his current role as Associate Research Scientist at Yale University, Li Tao Guo worked as a Postdoctoral Associate in the MBB department from 2007 to 2013. He then served as an Associate Research Scientist from 2013 to 2018. His extensive experience in research positions has equipped him with a diverse skill set in molecular biology, biochemistry, and bioinformatics, allowing him to contribute effectively to his current research initiatives.