I have expertise and training in many areas of basic science from my experience as a research technician to my work as a graduate student and fellow.  This research included isolation and sequencing phosphodiesterase genes and their promoters within the retina, sequencing mutations in patient populations, and preparation and maintenance of animal models.  Additional research interests include polymer development included synthesizing biodegradable amino acid polymers via nucleophilic reactions and thermal acid catalysts. Polymer analysis consisted of HPLC, IR spectrophotometry, visualization with AFM, and other methods for industry. 

After years of basic science research, I wanted to translate science into patient care.  I joined the residency program at the University of Kentucky where I studied under Dr. Natasha Kryprianou identifying therapeutic targets for the effective treatment of prostate cancer patients.  During my fellowship, I worked with bladder cancer cell lines to identify molecular targets to treat BCG refractory bladder cancer.  The post-doctoral training taught me the importance of teamwork within research.  My current goals are to identify agents that will be effective in treating advanced urologic cancers. 

I have transitioned back to the University of Kentucky to continue with education and research in Urologic Oncology.