Nils Pilotte

Nils Pilotte, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Biology. Nils completed his BA in Biology from Elms College in Chicopee, MA, his MS in Biological Sciences from Smith College, in Northampton, MA, and his PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Nils’ research involves the application of molecular tools to the study of parasites that cause neglected tropical diseases. He is extremely interested in the development of improved diagnostic strategies, and also in understanding the roles played by repetitive DNA sequences in parasitic organisms. Additional interests include improving our understanding of host-vector relationships and in advancing disease monitoring strategies through novel approaches to insect surveillance. Nils maintains an active research agenda and his work bridges both laboratory and field-based applications. His teaching interests include molecular biology, molecular techniques, genetics, parasitology, and tropical disease. Students interested in these areas of research are encouraged to contact Dr. Pilotte about possible research opportunities in his lab.