معرفی
Laura Harrington is a Professor in the Department of Entomology at Cornell University, focusing on mosquito biology, ecology, and behavior related to vector-borne diseases. Her research spans global health issues, particularly in resource-poor nations, and she has conducted fieldwork in Thailand, Tanzania, and Mexico. She also engages in extension activities in the Northeastern United States.
- Education:
- Ph.D. in Entomology (1999), University of Massachusetts
- Postdoctoral Training (2001), University of California, Davis
- M.S. in Entomology (1993), North Carolina State University
- B.S. in Entomology (1990), St. Lawrence University
Her research explores mosquito-vector interactions, climate change effects on disease transmission, and innovative control strategies. She has pioneered studies on Aedes mosquitoes' mating and feeding behaviors, with implications for dengue, Zika, and malaria prevention.
Key article trends span Medical Entomology, Vector Surveillance, and Disease Transmission Modeling, emphasizing biotechnological tools like SERS spectroscopy and community-based approaches to vector control.
- Scientific Awards:
- Donald C. Burgett Distinguished Advisor Award (2020)
- Stephen H. Weiss Presidential Fellow (2015–present)
- Entomological Society of America Recognition Award (2019)
- Provosts Award for Distinguished Scholarship (2010)
- Eastern Branch ESA Teaching Award (2012, 2013)
She mentors students across disciplines including Entomology, Ecology, and Biology and Society. Her lab contributes to CDC-funded initiatives like the Northeast Regional Center for Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases.
