College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Entomology

News

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  Book fosters honest discussion among grad students

  Published on February 24, 2021
  MSU Entomology graduate students describe the value of recognizing socioeconomic barriers in higher education and their desire for change in the system.

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  MSU research team receives USDA grant to evaluate effectiveness, cost of new blueberry pest management strategies

  Published on February 19, 2021
  An MSU research team received a $325,000 grant to examine the effectiveness and cost of new blueberry pest management approaches.

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  Lab focuses on addressing emerging forest diseases

  Published on February 18, 2021
  Work includes addressing oak wilt in Michigan

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  MSU entomology researcher focuses on biological control methods for invasive species

  Published on February 5, 2021
  Partnering with state agencies to respond to swallow-wort vines

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  MSU researcher working to address emerald ash borer

  Published on February 5, 2021
  Invasive species research aimed at supporting management plans across the state

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  Studying how an infectious disease-causing pathogen thrives in the environment

  Published on February 1, 2021
  MSU infectious disease researcher Eric Benbow is using a $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to study Mycobacterium ulcerans, a pathogen that causes infectious disease and flourishes in tropical regions.

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  Bugged newsletter on entomology during fall/winter 2020

  Published on January 12, 2021
  News from our faculty, students, alumni and collaborators.

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  Christina DiFonzo awarded ESA professional award for excellence in extension

  Published on December 4, 2020
  The Entomological Society of America has honored field crops entomologist DiFonzo for her outstanding contributions to extension entomology.

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  Doug Landis named Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science

  Published on November 24, 2020
  Landis was nominated for distinguished contributions to the field of ecology, particularly for uncovering the role of landscape structure in regulating insect biodiversity and ecosystem services.

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  Take a virtual tour of the MSU Bug House

  Published on November 23, 2020
  You can still learn about and experience insects and other arthropods at the MSU Bug House with our two-part video tour.

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  Detection of dead spotted lanternflies in Michigan highlights the need for vigilance

  Published on November 16, 2020
  Know what to look for and report any sightings of this invasive pest.

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  Spotted lanternfly: A colorful cause for concern

  Published on November 12, 2020
  Learn how to identify and report any sightings of this invasive pest.

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  Maria Davis’ integrated experience at MSU is right fit for provost skills

  Published on November 12, 2020
  Entomology alumna Maria Davis, now a college provost, values skills developed from teaching, field research and mentoring.

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  Haosu Cong reflects on how insects were woven into his life and eventually became a career focus

  Published on October 29, 2020
  Graduate student Haosu Cong has found a real connection between insects and himself and is proud to have become an entomologist.

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  MSU entomologist identifies potential ‘Achilles’ heel’ for pesticide resistance

  Published on October 27, 2020
  Fruit fly model lays groundwork for future insecticide resistance management innovations