Current Projects
Avian cancer in published literature- Snake cancer in published literature and zoos/aquariums
- Exotic Felid cancer in published literature and zoos/aquariums
- Cancer and its treatments across many other non-domestic species
- Acupuncture therapies as adjunct or primary therapies
-In addition to oncology research, Dr. Harrison and her team are investigating various alternative treatment modalities. Dr. Harrison is formally trained through the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine in Reddick, FL and has been a visiting veterinary acupuncture scholar/instructor in Guangzhou and Beijing, China. - Investigation of cold laser therapy
-Dr. Harrison has been using cold laser therapy for adjunct treatment of various conditions in zoo and exotic animals. She is performing research projects involving toads, box turtles, and sea turtles. She has treated all walk of life from turtles to bears. - Click on the link to learn about Dr. Harrison and collaborators in Kenya: Cancer in African Wildlife
- Dr. Harrison treated a ferret with cancer using radiation therapy: Radiation therapy in ferrets
- Dr. Harrison treats cancer in a Bunny: Cancer Treatment Fund Helps Save Beloved Bunny
- Tara Harrison Conducts Study on Zoo Vet Salaries: No Pay Gap For Female Zoo Vets, but Children Perceived as Career Hindrance