Frode Ødegaard

Frode Ødegaard is an Associate Professor at the Department of Natural History, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His work focuses on biodiversity, taxonomy, and conservation of insects, particularly beetles, wasps, and true bugs. He leads national insect monitoring programs and collaborates internationally on species discovery and conservation strategies.

Key research interests include: taxonomy of Coleoptera/Hymenoptera, invasive species management, pollinator conservation, and ecological impact assessments. He co-authored books like *Humler i Norge* (Bumblebees of Norway) and *Maur i Norge* (Ants of Norway), and contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications and reports.

Notable projects include national monitoring of bees, hoverflies, and ants, as well as red-list assessments and discovery of new species in China and Norway. His work bridges taxonomy, ecology, and applied conservation, addressing biodiversity threats in Nordic and global ecosystems.

Publications span 20+ years, with recent focus on DNA barcoding, climate change impacts, and species distribution modeling. He collaborates with institutions like Norwegian Institute for Nature Research (NINA), universities, and international networks.