College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Entomology

News

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  MSU researcher receives USDA grant to develop new biopesticide for invasive spotted wing drosophila

  Published on October 31, 2024
  The $325,000 grant is a partnership with Indiana University supported by the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture.

• MSU Entomology research shows chemical traits of neighboring plants influence herbivore, predator populations

  Published on September 10, 2024
  A study featuring contributions from Dr. Andrea Glassmire, who conducted her postdoctoral fellowship in MSU's Department of Entomology, offers a examination of how specific chemical traits of neighboring plants influence herbivore and predator populations

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  MSU entomology department members recognized by the Entomological Society of America

  Published on August 30, 2024
  The Entomological Society America (ESA) has selected two MSU Entomology Department members, Dr. Deb McCullough and Winter Krajci, for recognition

• Welcome Team Sesia spartani

  Published on August 30, 2024
  This fall, we welcome 9 new graduate students and 12 new undergraduate students. Together, they comprise the second cohort under our community-building “Team MSU Entomology” initiative, Team Sesia spartani!

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  Bee Palooza draws a crowd

  Published on August 30, 2024
  The recently reinvigorated Bee Palooza drew more than 200 attendees eager to learn about insect pollinators and ways the public can support them

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  Meet the 2024 Entomology Research and Outreach Fellows

  Published on August 6, 2024
  Introducing the 2024 cohort of Entomology Research and Outreach Fellows (EROF).

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  Extreme heat during bloom affects pollen in ways that harm native pollinator reproduction and survival.

  Published on July 30, 2024
  High temperatures, which negatively affects pollen germination and fertilization in blueberry plants, can also impact native bees reproduction and survial, as they rely on pollen for their diets.

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  Interim Dean Daum shares vision for CANR at Michigan State University

  Published on July 17, 2024
  Matthew Daum, Ph.D., the newly appointed interim dean of CANR at MSU, steps into the role with a wealth of experience and expertise. As he embarks on this new chapter, Dr. Daum shares his perspective on leadership and his vision for CANR's future.

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  More than $2.5M in new funding to support Michigan animal agriculture research, outreach

  Published on June 17, 2024
  The Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture will be supporting 23 new research and outreach projects.

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  MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension to host field days around the state this summer

  Published on May 28, 2024
  Growers and producers will have the chance to participate in field days across Michigan.

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  MSU hires new farm manager for Plant Pathology and Entomology Research Centers

  Published on May 20, 2024
  Jared Andrews will lead daily operations at both MSU AgBioResearch on-campus research centers.

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  New Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program funds four projects

  Published on April 22, 2024
  Each project will be supported at roughly $1.25 million over three years.

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  Entomology Faculty recognized for University and Professional Honors

  Published on April 16, 2024
  Entomology Faculty honored for excellence across the university and from a professional society.

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  Excellence in Insect Science Symposium leverages insect-focused solutions to global grand challenges

  Published on April 16, 2024
  The Michigan State University Department of Entomology presents the Excellence in Insect Science Symposium (EIS), an event designed for idea generation and building collaboration to address global grand challenges.

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  Daniel K. Young, Ph.D., Awarded the 2024 Department of Entomology Distinguished Alumnus Award

  Published on April 16, 2024
  Daniel K. Young, Ph.D. says even after 40 years at the University of Wisconsin, he "still bleeds green".