Currently, my main research interests are the diagnosis and prognostic markers for neoplasia in companion animals and the role of infectious agents in the development of cancer in domestic species. I recently wrote a chapter in the premier textbook in veterinary cancer pathology and have a broad knowledge of the diagnostic techniques and prognostic markers available both in veterinary medicine as well as for some cancers of people. My interest in infectious diseases has resulted in me establishing an association between papillomavirus infection and skin cancer in cats and much of my current research is further validating that relationship and developing clinical applications for this knowledge. During this time I have developed skills in molecular biology and I was the first to fully sequence and classify two papillomaviruses from domestic cats. I was also the first to prove that the papillomavirus that causes feline sarcoids has a bovine definitive host. Overall, I have authored 170 peer-reviewed manuscripts and currently have a group of 3 PhD students for which I am the chief supervisor.