I have 17 years of experience, and specialize in the field of plant pathology with specific knowledge in the areas of genomics, mycology and biotechnology. I have published on such topics as whole genome analyses, transcriptional profiling and host pathogen interactions. I have published in both science and nature and my graduate work is still considered a seminal point in elucidating our understanding of the role of signal transduction cascades in fungal pathogenesis.