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Eutychus Kariuki is a post-doctoral associate at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Indian River Research and Education Center in Fort Pierce, FL. His primary affiliation is with the Entomology and Nematology Department where he conducts research focused on biological control of invasive species.
His research interests encompass entomology, biological control of weeds, invasive species management, and agricultural entomology with particular expertise in aquatic pest management. Dr. Kariuki has published extensively on the biology and application of weevils as biological control agents against invasive aquatic plants such as water hyacinth.
His most recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward practical applications of biological control methods for managing invasive plant species, with emphasis on safety protocols, host specificity, and integration with other pest management strategies. His work spans both aquatic and terrestrial systems, showing versatility across different ecological contexts.
Dr. Kariuki collaborates extensively with other researchers at UF/IFAS, particularly with Dr. Carey Minteer and Dr. Jennifer L. Gillett-Kaufman, indicating strong institutional connections within the entomology research community.
