Brian Matibag

Brian Matibag is an undergraduate researcher developing modular plasmids to express and secrete antimicrobial peptides against plant pathogens for the iGEM Competition. Brian also works as a research apprentice at the UTEX Culture Collection of Algae and assists in various molecular and bioinformatics tasks. Additionally, Brian serves as a student assistant at the Billie L. Turner Plant Resources Center, aiding in the categorization and digitization of herbarium specimens. In their previous roles as a sales associate, laboratory technician, and cook, Brian has demonstrated a diverse skill set and a commitment to excellence in various fields. Brian is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Cell and Molecular Biology at The University of Texas at Austin.