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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
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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A mix of people in an orchard collecting samples

Cultivating a welcoming community within the Department

Our Department aims to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) environment for all members. To that end, the Department maintains a standing committee devoted to DEI representing all members’ perspectives. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Check out the Fall 2024 Department Seminar Series

The discipline of entomology spans sustainability, pollination, food and farming, conservation, natural landscapes, and health. Our video “Tiny Organisms, Epic Possibilities” explains why insects and the study of insects matter. See why we’re passionate about researching, learning and sharing knowledge of arthropods!