Captain, USN; Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from the Murray State University, 1978; Bachelor of Science in Biology / Physics / Mathematics from the Murray State University, 1981; Master of Science in Analytical / Physical. Chemistry from the Murray State University, 1982; doctorate of dental medicine from the University of Louisville, 1986; Ph.D. in Cellular & Structural Biology from the University of Texas HSC, 2001; Master of Arts in Natl Security / Strat.Studies from the U.S. Naval War College, 2008; since 2008 Deputy to the Special Assistant to the Surgeon General for Research Program Integration & Mission Development (M00), U.S. Navy Bureau of Medicine & Surgery, Washington, DC.; semi finalist in NASA group 20 selection.