Jennifer Gillett-Kaufman

Jennifer Gillett-Kaufman is an Instructional Associate Professor in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University. She holds a PhD in Plant Pathology from the University of Florida and has over 20 years of experience in integrated pest management (IPM), combining agricultural education, plant pathology, and entomology. Her research focuses on olive pest management, molecular biology, orchid pollination, and IPM strategies.

Education:

• B.S. Agricultural Education and Communication, University of Florida
• M.S. Plant Pathology, University of Florida
• Ph.D. Plant Pathology, University of Florida

Research Interests: Dr. Gillett-Kaufman’s work emphasizes holistic approaches to crop pest management, including molecular techniques for blood meal analysis in mosquitoes and pollination biology of native orchids. She develops educational tools for IPM adoption and collaborates on projects addressing emerging pests like the Burmese python’s impact on local ecosystems.

Publications Trends: Her articles span mosquito blood meal identification, thrips management in olive groves, and pollination mechanisms of endangered orchids. Recent work explores organic peach storage and biological control terminology.

Awards & Grants: No specific awards mentioned, but her involvement in USDA-funded projects and collaborative research networks highlights her contributions to applied entomology.

Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary teams addressing IPM, vector biology, and plant-pollinator interactions. Leads outreach initiatives for agricultural extension and pest management education.