A visionary in microbiome science, sequencing, and veterinary diagnostics
We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Shuiquan Tang, PhD, co-founder of MiDOG and the scientific visionary behind our proprietary diagnostic technology, has officially been appointed Chief Science Officer (CSO).
This exciting leadership transition marks a pivotal moment in MiDOG’s continued mission to transform veterinary diagnostics through precision microbiology and cutting-edge metagenomics.
About Dr. Tang: Architect of MiDOG’s Scientific Engine
Dr. Tang holds a PhD in Microbiology from the University of Toronto, with a research background rooted in microbial ecology, metagenomic sequencing, and environmental microbiomes. His early academic work focused on complex microbial communities in extreme environments—including glaciers and deep-sea sediments—giving him a strong foundation in analyzing microbial systems at scale.
Today, he applies that same systems-level thinking to veterinary diagnostics, bringing clarity to infections across species—whether in cats and dogs, reptiles, birds, marine mammals, or wildlife.
At MiDOG, Dr. Tang was the lead architect of the All-in-One NGS Test, building a platform that goes beyond traditional culture or PCR testing by enabling the simultaneous detection of bacteria, fungi, parasites, phages, and antimicrobial resistance genes from a single sample.
Scientific Innovation Meets Veterinary Impact
With over 20 years of experience in metagenomics, bioinformatics, and microbial community analysis, Dr. Tang is a driving force in MiDOG’s scientific leadership. His work is central to:
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Designing proprietary NGS pipelines that deliver high-resolution, species-level microbial data
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Developing our AMR detection algorithm, enabling early identification of antibiotic-resistant infections
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Collaborating on research studies with academic institutions, exotic animal hospitals, and zoological partners across North America
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Validating MiDOG’s diagnostic approach through a growing body of peer-reviewed publications, clinical case studies, and real-world veterinary outcomes
Dr. Tang’s expertise has helped position MiDOG as one of the only diagnostic providers offering cross-kingdom microbial detection in both clinical and research settings.
A Leader in Translational Microbiome Science
Beyond the lab, Dr. Tang is known for his collaborative spirit and deep belief in the translational power of science. He has worked closely with veterinarians, pathologists, and exotic animal specialists to bring meaningful, actionable microbial insights to the front lines of care.
His philosophy is simple:
“Diagnostics should reflect microbial reality—not the limitations of outdated tools.”
Whether diagnosing a whipworm infection in a zoo-housed baboon, mapping the skin microbiome of sea lions, or detecting fungal-bacterial interactions in guinea pigs, Dr. Tang’s work is consistently at the frontier of what’s possible in microbial diagnostics.
What This Means for MiDOG’s Future
As Chief Science Officer, Dr. Tang will guide the next chapter of MiDOG’s research, development, and product innovation—expanding our impact in:
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Companion animal diagnostics
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Exotic and wildlife medicine
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Antimicrobial resistance surveillance
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Microbiome-driven therapeutic research
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One Health and zoonotic disease collaboration
His appointment also signals our deepening commitment to scientific excellence, translational research, and cross-species diagnostic innovation.
Join Us in Celebrating This Milestone
Dr. Tang’s new role as CSO is more than a title—it’s a continued promise to the veterinary, research, and One Health communities that MiDOG will remain at the cutting edge of science, diagnostics, and microbial discovery.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Shuiquan Tang, PhD, on this well-deserved recognition and pivotal leadership position.