Emily Althoff

Emily Althoff is an Assistant Extension Professor and State Extension Specialist of Urban Entomology at Lincoln University, with a split appointment between MU (University of Missouri-Columbia) and Lincoln University. Her work focuses on insect chemical ecology, pest management, and conservation, collaborating with local, state, and federal partners to address urban entomology challenges.

• Ph.D. in Entomology, University of Minnesota, 2024
• M.S. in Plant, Insect, and Microbial Sciences, University of Missouri-Columbia, 2020
• B.S. in Integrative Biology & Anthropology, 2018

Her research explores how insects use chemical signals to interact with their environment, with emphasis on:

• Insect Chemical Ecology: Understanding olfactory communication and behavior.
• Urban Pest Management: Developing eco-friendly strategies for insects in human habitats.
• Conservation Biology: Balancing insect population dynamics with environmental health.
• Population Dynamics: Proactive modeling for predicting pest outbreaks.

The Althoff Lab integrates findings into extension programming, offering insect identification services through photo submissions and location-based analysis. Her work bridges fundamental research with practical applications in agriculture, public health, and ecological sustainability.