Chengdu Institute of Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
Publication Profile
📝 Summary
Dr. Xianguang Guo is an Associate Professor at the Chengdu Institute of Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, specializing in molecular phylogenetics, biogeography, and evolution. His research primarily focuses on reconstructing evolutionary relationships in reptiles, particularly the racerunner Eremias and toad-headed agama Phrynocephalus in arid Central Asia.
🎓 Education
- Ph.D. in Hydrobiology, Institute of Hydrobiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2006). Dissertation: “Molecular phylogenetics and biogeography of Otocephala fish based on multi-nuclear genes.”
- M.Sc. in Zoology, Southwest China Normal University (2003). Thesis: “Molecular phylogeny of sisorid catfishes and species validity of genus Euchiloglanis in China.”
- B.Sc. in Zoology, Lanzhou University (1995). Thesis: “Seasonal variations of blood visible components in Eremias multiocellata.”
💼 Professional Experience
- Associate Professor, Chengdu Institute of Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2009–Present).
- Assistant Professor, Chengdu Institute of Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2006–2009).
📚 Research Interests on
Dr. Guo’s main research interests include molecular phylogenetics, biogeography, and evolution. He focuses on reconstructing evolutionary relationships, especially in the Eremias and Phrynocephalus species, using molecular datasets. His studies contribute to understanding the evolutionary history and diversification of these reptiles in arid regions of Central Asia.
🖥️ Technical Skills
- Expertise in molecular techniques like DNA sequencing and phylogenetic analysis.
- Proficient in using bioinformatics tools for data analysis and evolutionary studies.
👩🏫 Teaching Experience
Dr. Guo has taught various graduate and undergraduate courses related to zoology, molecular biology, and evolutionary studies at the Chengdu Institute of Biology, fostering academic growth and research skills in students.
🔬 Academic Contributions
He has led numerous research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), focusing on the phylogenetics and molecular basis of species adaptation in arid environments. Dr. Guo has also contributed to international collaborations on the phylogeography and genetic differentiation of reptile species in Central Asia.
🌍 Research Projects
Dr. Guo’s projects include studying the biodiversity and evolutionary patterns of amphibians and reptiles, with an emphasis on the diversity of Eremias and Phrynocephalus in Central Asia’s harsh ecosystems. His work aims to uncover the molecular mechanisms underlying species adaptation and the impact of desertification on biodiversity.
Publication Top Notes
Lineage Diversification and Population Dynamics of the Qinghai Toad-Headed Agama (Phrynocephalus vlangalii) on the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau, with Particular Attention to the Northern Slope of the Kunlun–Arjin Mountains
📑 Authors: Rui Xu, Qi Song, Dali Chen, Xianguang Guo
📰 Journal: Animals
📅 Year: 2025
Lineage Diversification and Population Dynamics of the Qinghai Toad-Headed Agama (Phrynocephalus vlangalii) on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau (Preprint)
📑 Authors: Rui Xu, Qi Song, Dali Chen, Xianguang Guo
📰 Journal: Preprint
📅 Year: 2024
Range-Wide Phylogeography and Ecological Niche Modeling Provide Insights into the Evolutionary History of the Mongolian Racerunner (Eremias argus) in Northeast Asia
📑 Authors: Lili Tian, Rui Xu, Dali Chen, Natalia B. Ananjeva, Rafe M. Brown, Mi-Sook Min, Bo Cai, Byambasuren Mijidsuren, Bin Zhang, Xianguang Guo
📰 Journal: Animals
📅 Year: 2024
Genetic Structure and Population History of the Zaisan Toad-Headed Agama (Phrynocephalus melanurus) Inferred from Mitochondrial DNA
📑 Authors: Daniya Ualiyeva, Jinlong Liu, Tatjana Dujsebayeva, Jun Li, Lili Tian, Bo Cai, Xiaomao Zeng, Xianguang Guo
📰 Journal: Animals
📅 Year: 2024
Phylogeography and Ecological Niche Modeling of the Alashan Pit Viper (Gloydius cognatus; Reptilia, Viperidae) in Northwest China and Adjacent Areas
📑 Authors: Rui Xu, Tatjana N. Dujsebayeva, Dali Chen, Byambasuren Mijidsuren, Feng Xu, Xianguang Guo
📰 Journal: Animals
📅 Year: 2023