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Featured Entomology graduate student Margie Lund
Published on August 17, 2017
Read how Margie Lund found her interest in entomology through a summer job in the Isaacs lab, and her thoughts on the importance of studying entomology.
See news and honors in Entomology Department’s Summer 2017 issue of Bugged
Published on August 16, 2017
Read how faculty and their students are winning recognition through awards and honors for the quality of research, extension and teaching produced.
Huang and team are closer to genetic solutions for Varroa mites decimating bees
Published on August 15, 2017
Michigan State University entomologist Zachary Huang was part of a team of MSU scientists that found genes in Varroa mites that could potentially be exploited to reduce or eliminate the pest.
Associate Professor Suzanne Thiem succumbs to cancer
Published on August 9, 2017
The MSU Department of Entomology regretfully shares that one of its professors, Suzanne M. Thiem, died Friday, Aug. 4, 2017, after a short bout with cancer.
Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs: Stemming the tide of an invasive pest
Published on July 31, 2017
The brown marmorated stink bug – an invasive pest native to China, Japan, Taiwan and the Korean peninsula – poses major threats to crops and infests homes.
Kalamazoo County wildlife area renamed to honor former MSU president and entomology professor
Published on July 26, 2017
Former Michigan State University president, Entomology professor and MSU Extension director Gordon Guyer was honored in Kalamazoo County in June for his efforts in conservation, according to MLive.
Featured Entomology undergrad student Anne Johnson
Published on July 26, 2017
Anne Johnson shares how she became interested in entomology, her love for ladybugs and MSU, and offers her “go for it!” advice for those thinking about pursing an entomology major.
Therese Poland and team publish study on basket-makers’ traditional practices effects on emerald ash borer
Published on July 20, 2017
MSU Entomology adjunct associate professor Therese Poland, who is also a research entomologist with the Forest Service’s Northern Research Station, was the lead author of a study published in the journal “Agricultural and Forest Entomology”.
Ned Walker and team using forensic science in next fight against malaria
Published on July 17, 2017
A seven-year, $8 million National Institute of Heath sponsored grant will enable medical entomologist Edward “Ned” Walker to continue his work fighting against Malaria in Africa.
Mota-Sanchez contributes to 2017 State of the World’s Plants
Published on July 6, 2017
MSU Entomology’s David Mota-Sanchez was invited to contribute to Kew Science’s second State of the World's Plants report, a cutting-edge view of the status of the world's most valuable and vulnerable plants.
Liquid biofuels from grass and wood can benefit the environment if managed correctly
Published on July 6, 2017
Entomologist Doug Landis is part of a team led by MSU’s Phil Robertson that reports correctly managed, cellulosic biofuels, or liquid energy derived from grasses and wood, which could be an environmentally sustainable source for energy needs.
Featured entomology alumni Jay McPherson
Published on June 29, 2017
Jay McPherson is the 2017 recipient of our department’s Distinguished Alumni Award.
Doug Landis named a University Distinguished Professor
Published on June 29, 2017
Doug Landis is one of 10 Michigan State University professors named University Distinguished Professors in recognition of their achievements in the classroom, laboratory and community.
Dave Smitley interviewed on PolliNation Podcast about nursery industry and efforts to protect pollinators in urban landscapes
Published on June 26, 2017
Michigan State University Entomologist Dave Smitley was recently a guest on the Oregon State University Extension Service podcast “PolliNation”, hosted by Andony Melathopoulos.
MSU pollinator team lands nearly $1 million to improve landscapes for healthy pollinators
Published on June 22, 2017
A team of Michigan State University entomologists will use a nearly $1 million U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture grant to expand and enhance habitat for honey bees, wild bees and monarch butterflies.