Therese Poland

Therese Poland is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Entomology at Michigan State University (MSU) and affiliated with the Northern Research Station of the USDA Forest Service. Her research focuses on chemical ecology and pest management of invasive forest insects, particularly woodboring species like the emerald ash borer. She develops trapping/detection tools, evaluates ash tree resistance mechanisms, and explores integrated pest management strategies combining insecticides and biological controls.

Research interests include volatile/defense chemistry of host trees, breeding resistant ash varieties, and understanding ecological interactions influencing pest behavior. Notable work includes a 2017 study examining how basket-makers' traditional practices affect emerald ash borer populations.

Her work bridges applied entomology with ecological research, contributing to both academic and practical solutions for forest conservation. No specific grants or awards are listed in the provided materials.