Ainsley Seago

Ainsley Seago serves as Associate Curator of Invertebrate Zoology at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, managing a globally significant collection of over 16 million insect specimens, while holding an adjunct teaching position focused on entomology and scientific illustration at academic institutions including the University of California, Berkeley and Australian National University.

Her academic background features:

• Ph.D. in Environmental Science, University of California, Berkeley
• B.S. in Entomology, Cornell University

Dr. Seago's research centers on beetle evolution and systematics, with specialized investigations into species discovery, iridescence mechanisms, and bombardier beetle chemistry. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates entomology, evolutionary biology, and biophotonics, enhanced by scientific communication through comics and illustrated publications that translate complex biological concepts for broader audiences.

As curator, she maintains and develops the museum's Invertebrate Zoology collection, enabling critical biodiversity research while actively engaging the public through educational outreach and exhibits focused on insect diversity and adaptation.