Updated: February 17, 2025
Lab memebers
Bo-Lei Yu (余伯磊)
Master student
Bo-Lei earned his bachelor's degree in Plant Medicine at National Chia Yi University and is now pursuing a master's degree in Entomology at National Taiwan University. His research focuses on exploring the intraspecies variation in Dolichoderus thoracicus, with a particular emphasis on understanding the genetic, reproductive, and behavioral factors contributing to its pest status. Outside the lab, Bo-Lei is a fan of manga and the NBA, and he enjoys exploring new places.
Undergraduate researcher
Yun-Yu is an undergraduate student in the Department of Entomology at National Taiwan University. Among a multitude of insects, ants have particularly captured his interest. Recently, he has been devoted to researching and exploring the secrets of the genes that regulate the development of trophic eggs in Dolichoderus thoracicus.
Undergraduate researcher
Kuan-Lin is an undergraduate student in the Department of Entomology at National Taiwan University. He has a profound interest in ants and simultaneously keeps various types of ants as pets. Additionally, he is currently researching a type of ant guests called 'ant cricket’, aiming to understand how the ant crickets sneak into ant nests and the behavior between ant crickets and ants.
Undergraduate researcher
Chen-Yu is an undergraduate student in the Department of Entomology at National Taiwan University, with a strong passion for insect interaction. He is actively involved in research exploring fascinating aspects of ant biology. Currently, Chen-Yu's work focuses on the mutualism between the ant of Acropyga and scale insects, aiming to uncover the genetic mechanisms behind the interaction behavior. Through his dedication, Chen-Yu contributes to advancing our understanding of the basic biology of Acropyga.
Undergraduate Researcher
Jing-Yao is an undergraduate student in the Department of Entomology at National Taiwan University, with a strong interest in insects. He is actively studying ant biology and is currently researching the effects of antibiotics on symbiotic bacteria in ants. His work aims to identify beneficial symbiotic bacteria that help ants survive, contributing to a better understanding of ant molecular biology.
Administrative Assistant
(Shared appointment with Dr. Hui-Yun Tseng)
Cha Li graduated from the Department of Plant Medicine at National Chiayi University and currently works as an assistant at the Department of Entomology, National Taiwan University. His interests include listening to music, reading manga, and playing computer games. Occasionally, he also engages in outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.
Research Assistant
Tzong-Han finished his master degree in Department of Life Science at National Taiwan Normal University. His main research interests include speciation, phylogeography, evolution, and spatial modeling. He's currently working on genome assembly and niche analysis of Dolichoderus thoracicus.