Hello! My name is Ward Kirschbaum, and I love biology. I grew up in the Pacific Northwest, where early on, I gained an interest in the natural world. Continuing that fascination into college, I studied cell and molecular biology. I have used my knowledge and skillset in the field of biology to work in labs studying topics like cancer immunotherapies and three dimensional cell culture. Besides research, I love to use my biology skills to teach. I spent three years as a biology tutor at Cal Poly. Additionally, I worked for two years as a teaching assistant for courses in the Cal Poly Honors Program, mentoring students in topics ranging from environmental sustainability to professional and career interests in the biological sciences.