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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 -
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. -
Bugged newsletter on entomology during fall/winter 2020
Published on January 12, 2021
News from our faculty, students, alumni and collaborators. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Spotted lanternfly: A colorful cause for concern
Published on November 12, 2020
Learn how to identify and report any sightings of this invasive pest. -
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. -
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 -
MSU receives $2 million USDA grant to improve blueberry pollination
Published on October 21, 2020
Michigan State University has received a four-year, $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Specialty Crop Research Initiative to improve blueberry pollination. -
Entomology undergrad shares love of bugs with peers and public through leadership
Published on October 20, 2020
Brenna Jeffs talks about her service as Bug Club president, educating the public as a Bug House volunteer, and how she came to love entomology. -
MSU entomologists join $5.4 million effort to develop sustainable management of spotted wing Drosophila
Published on October 13, 2020
The new grant aims to develop systems-based integrated management programs of the invasive fruit fly spotted wing Drosophila, a major pest of fruit. -
MSU entomologist receives grant to study control of Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Published on October 12, 2020
Ned Walker, a professor in the MSU Department of Entomology, has received a $100,000 grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to examine insecticide-treated resting stations that kill mosquitoes carrying Eastern Equine Encephalitis.