I have a special interest in amphibian pathology and laboratory diagnostics for important infectious diseases such as chytridiomycosis caused by Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis and B. salamandrivorans and ranaviruses. Many of my projects focus on the control of disease in conservation programs for endangered amphibians, both within the United States and internationally.
Education
- DVM, Washington State University
- Residency, Veterinary Anatomic Pathology, Smithsonian National Zoological Park
- Fellowship, Zoo and Wildlife Pathology, Zoological Society of San Diego
Research Interest
- Diagnostic pathology of wildlife, aquatic animals and zoo animals
- Infectious diseases of amphibians especially those caused by the chytrid fungi Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis and Batrachochytrium salamandrivorans
- Biosecurity and disease control in conservation, translocation and reintroduction programs for endangered species
- Diagnostic electron microscopy
Honors and Awards
- Caroline Engle Faculty Fellow, Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology, Washington State University, 2017-present
- Golden Goose Award “Silence of the Frogs”, American Association for Advancement of Science, 2017
- Duane E. Ullrey Achievement Award, American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 2016