| PhD: | Microbiology, University of British Columbia, Canada (1994) |
| Fellowship/Advanced Training: | Postdoctoral Fellowship in Microbiology, University of Texas HSC at San Antonio (1995-1997); Research Scientist, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (1998-2000) |
| Additional: | MSc, University of Guelph, Canada (1987); BSc (Honours), University of Western Ontario, Canada (1984) |
| Research Interests: | The cell surface of Gram-negative oral bacteria with an emphasis on the lipopolysaccharide and outer membrane proteins; Attachment of oral bacteria to host cells; anthrax and bio-terrorism; microbial diagnostics. |
| Consultations & Appointments: | 631-632-8916 |