Jason Huff, PhD

Senior Scientist Computational Biology

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Jason Huff, PhD

Senior Scientist Computational Biology

Jason completed his postdoctoral work at the University of California, Berkeley—where he later ran the Computational Genomics Resource Laboratory. A contributor to top science journals, he previously worked at AncestryDNA on the largest direct-to-consumer genomics platform, providing results to over 10 million people. Jason joined Wisdom Panel™ in 2020 to apply the latest genomic science to improve pet lives.

Oliver Forman, PhD

Product Development Manager

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Oliver Forman, PhD

Product Development Manager

Oliver began his career in animal genetics by studying canine inherited diseases for 12 years. During that time, he also earned the UFAW Companion Animal Welfare Award and industry recognition for his published articles. After gaining his PhD in Veterinary Basic Science, Oliver joined the Wisdom Panel™ team—lending his unique expertise to help create the world’s leading pet DNA service.

Jonas Donner, PhD

Discovery Manager

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Jonas Donner, PhD

Discovery Manager

Since receiving his doctorate, Jonas has worked at the forefront of canine genetic testing—shaping the future of personalized pet care and veterinary medicine through state-of-the-art genetic tests. Inspired by the Finnish tradition of studying disease in isolated populations, his research interests include exploring the distribution and prevalence of inherited diseases and traits in dogs and cats across breeds. Jonas also belongs to the dog breeder community, as he and his wife actively breed Shetland Sheepdogs.

Heidi Anderson, PhD

Senior R&D Mananger

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Heidi Anderson, PhD

Senior R&D Mananger

After completing her postdoctoral training at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Heidi developed a comprehensive DNA test for cats at Genoscoper—a Finland-based laboratory specializing in companion animal DNA diagnostics. She now leads feline genetics research at Wisdom Panel™ and serves as a Scientific Advisor at EveryCAT Health Foundation.

Dan Garrigan, PhD

Senior Scientist Population Genetics

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Dan Garrigan, PhD

Senior Scientist Population Genetics

After gaining his PhD in biology, Dan studied human population genetics as a postdoctoral fellow at both The University of Arizona and Harvard University. He then served as an assistant professor at the University of Rochester before joining Ancestry.com as Senior Scientist in Population Genetics. In 2020, Dan came to Wisdom Panel™, where he uses his academic and industry experience to help build the world’s leading pet DNA service.