Eric Darrouzet

Eric Darrouzet is a Lecturer-researcher at the University of Tours, affiliated with the Insect Biology Research Institute (IRBI, UMR CNRS 7261) and the Professional Agrosciences Department. He specializes in chemical ecology, particularly focusing on social insects like the Asian hornet (Vespa velutina nigrithorax), invasive species dynamics, and the development of selective control tools. His administrative roles include director of the Professional Agrosciences Department and responsibility for the Master 1 Agrosciences program.

• Research Themes: Chemical communication in social insects, multi-trophic relationships, invasive species impact, and ecological control methods.
• Teaching: Physiology, microbiology, animal production, and communication techniques in professional licenses and masters.
• Public Engagement: Maintains websites (frelonasiatique.univ-tours.fr) and a YouTube channel (YouTube) to disseminate research on hornets and insect constructions.

His work on the Asian hornet includes studies on its biology, thermal tolerance, venom composition, and control strategies. Collaborations include roles in the ADAPIC steering committee and CS3D scientific board. Research outputs span over 50 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on chemical ecology, invasive species management, and insect behavior.