Dr. Priya Menon

Dr. Priya Menon spent 15 years in academic research, including postdoctoral work at MIT and Stanford, before transitioning to science communication. Her specialty: making complex genetic concepts accessible to everyday consumers.

When pet DNA testing exploded in popularity, Dr. Menon saw an opportunity to apply her expertise. She was concerned about the gap between marketing claims and scientific reality—and the potential for pet owners to make healthcare decisions based on misunderstood results.

Now, she independently evaluates pet DNA and health screening kits, testing them against scientific standards rather than marketing promises. Her reviews combine rigorous methodology with plain-language explanations that help pet owners understand what these tests can—and cannot—tell them.

Dr. Menon lives in San Diego with her husband, their three cats, and an ever-expanding collection of scientific journals. She's particularly passionate about feline genetics and is currently advising several startups on improving cat DNA test accuracy.