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Entomology undergrad joins state fight against emerald ash borer
Published on November 15, 2019
Working at the USDA Forestry Lab on emerald ash borer gave Minali Bhatt the chance to help fight against this invasive species while gaining insight into the life of a researcher.
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MSU Extension receives endowed gift to grow ‘Heroes to Hives’ veterans program
Published on November 11, 2019
The Dick L. Wendorf Endowment for Veterans Initiatives will support the MSU Extension beekeeping program, Heroes to Hives.
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Gabriela Quinlan shares excitement of entomology, conservation and science
Published on November 5, 2019
Graduate student Gabriela Quinlan overcame her childhood fear of insects and now gets to share the excitement of bees and flowers with students and the public.
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7 Things to know about samurai wasps, a natural enemy of brown marmorated stink bugs
Published on November 4, 2019
The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is controlled in its home region of Asia by samurai wasps. The wasps are now found in the United States and could help control BMSB in Michigan.
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Will Wetzel named MSU WorkLife’s Outstanding Supervisor
Published on October 24, 2019
MSU’s outstanding supervisors represent the values and standards that contribute to a supportive workplace culture.
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Doctorate in entomology is a springboard for three careers for this alumnus
Published on October 11, 2019
Entomology alumnus Dan Herms has flourished working in the non-profit sector, academia and now with the corporate world.
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Combating the blueberry stem gall wasp
Published on October 8, 2019
Michigan State University researchers work together to create solutions, reduce impact of pest on Michigan’s blueberry crop.
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Deploying precision agriculture in developing countries provides opportunities, challenges
Published on September 30, 2019
MSU researchers are working with developing countries to bring innovative technologies and improve agricultural production and sustainability.
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Food safety course draws international participants
Published on August 12, 2019
MSU, Neogen partner to host food safety professionals from around the world
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Bugged newsletter highlights Entomology's summer activities, news and honors
Published on July 30, 2019
Read the latest news and highlights of the MSU Department of Entomology in the Summer 2019 issue of Bugged.
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Biological control of brown marmorated stink bug in Michigan
Published on July 24, 2019
As a pest that feeds on a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, pest management of brown marmorated stink bugs likely means biological control.
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How to protect pollinators in urban landscapes and gardens
Published on July 11, 2019
A new 2019 update is now available for the most complete guide to protecting pollinators while gardening, growing flowers or managing trees, shrubs or turfgrass in urban areas.
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Two Entomology post-doctoral researchers honored with USDA NIFA fellowships
Published on July 9, 2019
One’s work will make habitat for bees safer, while the other will manipulate plant odors to confuse insect pests or encourage their natural enemies.
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Megan Andrews found a whole new world while working in an entomology lab
Published on July 8, 2019
Undergraduate student Megan Andrews says she discovered insects are interesting and underrated. Since working in the Gut lab, she has changed her major to pursue a career in entomology.
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MSU entomologists receive $2.5 million from National Science Foundation to study infectious disease
Published on July 2, 2019
A team of scientists, including two from Michigan State University, has been awarded a four-year, $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation.
