Thomas W. Phillips

Thomas W. Phillips is the Donald Wilbur Endowed Professor for Stored Product Protection in the Department of Entomology at Kansas State University. His research focuses on pest biology, post-harvest agricultural product protection, and insect chemical ecology. He is affiliated with Waters Hall in Manhattan, KS.

• Education:
• B.S. Environmental Biology, Juniata College (1978)
• M.S. Biology (Entomology), SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (1981)
• Ph.D. Biology (Entomology), SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (1984)

Research Interests: Dr. Phillips specializes in managing pests that infest stored agricultural products, emphasizing chemical ecology and sustainable pest control strategies. His work bridges applied entomology with ecological principles to safeguard food supplies.

Awards:

• Donald Wilbur Endowed Professorship (Stored Product Protection)

Advising & Grants: No specific advising or grant details are provided in the text. His professional activities align with departmental and institutional research priorities in entomology.