Dr. Nathan Vo

Assistant Professor

Biography

Dr. Nathan Vo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University. He obtained his PhD in Biology from the University of Waterloo, where he received the W.B. Pearson Medal for creative doctoral research. Vo's academic journey includes significant scientific research experiences at McMaster University and the University of Windsor. His interdisciplinary research primarily focuses on Cell Biology, Virology, Immunology, and Radiation Biology. He has conducted community-based research on COVID-19 antibody immunity, resulting in a peer-reviewed publication. As an Associate Editor for the journal Vitro Cellular and Developmental Biology - Animal, Vo also participates on various editorial boards, enhancing the field of comparative immunology. Dr. Vo has been recognized with the 2025 Early Career Award by the Society for In Vitro Biology for his contributions to advancing technologies in the field. His teaching encompasses courses in Applied Health Sciences and Physical Forensics, emphasizing research methodologies at cellular and molecular levels. Vo also supports student research through directed studies and thesis courses, encouraging students to engage in lab work and literature-based inquiry.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor
2022-01-01 — Present

Wilfrid Laurier University • Waterloo

Teaches undergraduate courses in Health Studies, focusing on research methodologies and scientific education.

Awards

#2025
Early Career Award
#2020
Ontario Minister's Award for Excellence in University Teaching
#2017
Young Alumnus of the Year Award
#2015
W.B. Pearson Medal
#2006
Governor General’s Academic Bronze Medal

Courses

HS103 Introduction Forensic Science HS204 Human Anatomy Physiology II HS206 Genetics Human Genome HS300 Infection Immunity HS333 Forensic Laboratory Methods HS334 Forensic Laboratory Methods II HS412 Directed Studies BI110 Unifying Life Processes BI111 Biological Diversity Evolution BI236 Cell Biology CH111 Fundamentals Chemistry II CH121 Introduction Chemical Kinetics Equilibrium HE432/BI470 Biomedical Virology LY385 Directed Studies