Ren Wang

Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Toronto | nutritional immunology | lipid metabolism

Greater Toronto Area, Canada

About

Experience

  • Postdoctoral Researcher at University of Toronto
    May 2026 - Present · 3 mos

  • Teaching Assistant at University of Alberta
    Sep 2022 - Apr 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    -Supported professors in delivering course content, facilitating student engagement, preparing materials, coordinating labs, and evaluating student performance across multiple undergraduate nutrition courses -Marked and evaluated student assignments, lab reports, exams, presentations, and final projects to assess understanding and provide constructive feedback -Prepared course materials and delivered lectures -Assisted with lab coordination by preparing materials, monitoring attendance and lab progress, and facilitating student participation in practical components

  • Product Development Assistant at Jiyang Health and Technology LLC
    Aug 2021 - Dec 2021 · 5 mos

    -Contributed to the development of a nutrition database by classifying foods, standardizing units, analyzing nutritional content, and localizing international data based on Chinese dietary habits. -Conducted market research on North American nutrition companies, analyzing their operations, customer feedback, and digital tools to inform strategic development. -Explored and summarized recent clinical nutrition research and supported the development of a digital personal nutrition coach app.

  • Summer Internship at Sun Yat-sen University
    May 2019 - Aug 2019 · 4 mos

    -Conducted clinical and animal research on the metabolic benefits of dietary anthocyanins (glucose/lipid regulation) and the anti-inflammatory effects of curcumin on allergic airway disease, analyzing biomarkers, microbiome, and molecular data. -Performed hands-on lab techniques including ELISA, Western blot, qPCR, flow cytometry, and murine model management (OVA-induced asthma), alongside clinical sample collection and data analysis. -Collaborated on scientific publications and literature reviews, translating research findings into actionable insights for participants and stakeholders.