Dr. Manoj Pillai

Associate Professor

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Biography

Manoj M Pillai is an Associate Professor in Medical Oncology and Hematology at Yale University. He is a physician-scientist who focuses on the regulation of hematopoiesis through the study of small RNAs, long non-coding RNAs, and RNA binding proteins in the bone marrow microenvironment. His work employs genome-wide transcriptomic techniques to explore these mechanisms in normal physiology and in clonal myeloid disorders. Dr. Pillai treats patients as a practicing hematologist at Yale New Haven Hospital, particularly those with hematological malignancies such as leukemia. His research interests also include the biology of mutations in the spliceosome linked to Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) and the role of Musashi proteins in aggressive myeloid leukemia. His lab combines innovative techniques with clinical insights to contribute to the understanding of these complex diseases and to develop targeted therapies. Dr. Pillai has a robust publish record with numerous citations and collaborations with multiple researchers.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2008-01-01 — Present

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center • Seattle, WA

Conducted research in the field of hematology, focusing on the molecular basis of blood disorders.

Fellow

2005-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center/University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Trained in advanced hematology research and clinical practice.

Awards

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Cancer Research Fellow

2005-12-01
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Travel Grant

2004-12-01
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NIH/NCI Training Grant

2003-12-01
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Sir Dorabji Tata Prize

1994-12-01

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.