Kristin M. Dragos

Senior Lecturer of Biology

Bio

Kristin Dragos is a Senior Lecturer in the Biology Department and has been teaching at Marist College since 2009. She has taught a broad range of courses over the years, including Microbiology (lecture and lab), Human Nutrition, Evolutionary Developmental Biology, Topics in Biology, and Advanced Human Physiology Lab. 

In addition to her teaching, Kristin serves as the Internship Coordinator for the Biology Program, where she assists students in securing placements that align with their professional and career goals. She is also an active member of the Pre-Health Committee, guiding students as they prepare for competitive medical schools and other doctoral-level health programs. 


Education

MA, State University of New York at New Paltz
BS, State University of New York at New Paltz


Research Interests/Areas of Focus

Planaria regeneration, Mutagenicity of preservatives and additives, Integrated neurobiology of food intake, Sleep regulation, and Microbiota-driven influences on the gut–brain axis 

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Contact Information

Academic School

School of Science

Office

Allied Health 313

Email

Kristin.dragos@marist.edu

Phone

845-575-3000, ext. 6299