Ezio Peri

Ezio Peri is a Full Professor in the Department of Entomology within the School of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Sciences at the University of Palermo (Unipa). His academic appointment falls under the classification AGRI-05/A for Agricultural, Food and Forestry Sciences. He maintains regular office hours at Building 5 - Entomology - SAAF Department in Palermo, with additional sessions at the Viticulture and Enology course location during the second semester, conducted via the Teams platform.

Professor Peri's research focuses on chemical ecology, biological control, and plant-insect interactions, with particular emphasis on parasitoid wasps and their role in managing pest insects. His work spans agricultural entomology, invasive species management, and sustainable pest control strategies. His research integrates chemical signaling, microbial ecology, and multitrophic interactions to enhance biological control systems.

Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong trend toward understanding how microbes in floral resources affect parasitoid behavior and efficiency. His work increasingly examines the complex interactions between plants, insects, and beneficial microbes, with applications for sustainable agriculture. His research spans both fundamental chemical ecology and applied pest management, particularly for invasive stink bugs and other agricultural pests.

Professor Peri has made significant contributions to understanding parasitoid foraging behavior, host-parasitoid interactions, and the chemical ecology underlying biological control systems. His work has practical applications in integrated pest management across various agricultural systems.