Elizabeth Cowles

Elizabeth Cowles is a Professor of Biology at Eastern Connecticut State University, located in Science Building Room 361. She holds a B.S. in Biology from Cornell University and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Michigan State University. Her research focuses on insect toxicology, specifically insecticide-insect-plant interactions, and she has conducted postdoctoral work at UConn Health Center and the University of California, Riverside. She actively contributes to biology education, particularly in high school curriculum development through AP Biology materials and textbook authoring. Dr. Cowles served as the 2018 President of the National Association of Biology Teachers, reflecting her leadership in science education. Her publications span molecular parasitology, biochemistry education, and curriculum design. Teaching interests include entomology, biochemistry, and biology research methods.

• Education: Cornell University (B.S. Biology), Michigan State University (Ph.D. Biochemistry)
• Affiliations: National Association of Biology Teachers (Past President)

Research interests integrate biochemical mechanisms of insecticide action with ecological interactions, alongside advancing STEM education through innovative laboratory curricula. Her work bridges basic research and pedagogy, emphasizing practical applications in both fields.