جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Norman C. Lepplaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Integrated Pest Management
• Biological Control
• Invasive Species Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Norman C. Leppla is a Professor specializing in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Biological Control at the University of Florida's Department of Entomology and Nematology within the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. His work focuses on developing sustainable pest management strategies that reduce reliance on chemical pesticides while protecting Florida's agricultural productivity and fragile ecosystems. Dr. Leppla's research interests center on biological control of invasive species, with particular expertise in mole cricket management. His work integrates field research, extension education, and practical application of IPM principles across agricultural, community, and environmental settings. He has made significant contributions to understanding the ecology and management of pest species like mole crickets and lubber grasshoppers, developing biological control strategies using natural enemies such as parasitic wasps, flies, and nematodes. His publications reveal a strong focus on practical IPM implementation, with recent work examining the state of biological control infrastructure, quality control in insect rearing, and host-parasitoid relationships. Dr. Leppla has demonstrated consistent research productivity across multiple decades, with publications spanning from foundational work on mole cricket biology to contemporary analyses of IPM program effectiveness and biological control industry trends. As the driving force behind the IPM Florida website, Dr. Leppla has created a comprehensive resource that coordinates UF/IFAS IPM research and Extension activities. The website serves as a central hub for IPM education and training, making alternative pest management technologies more accessible to County Extension faculty, agricultural producers, and the public. His extension work has directly impacted Florida's agricultural community by providing practical solutions for pest problems while addressing environmental concerns related to pesticide use.

Olga Kostromytskaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Entomology
• Turfgrass Entomology
• Insect Pest Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Olga Kostromytska is an Extension Assistant Professor in Turfgrass Entomology at the Stockbridge School of Agriculture, University of Massachusetts Amherst. She is affiliated with the Department of Entomology and conducts research on insect pests affecting turfgrass and landscape plants. Her work integrates extension and academic research, focusing on sustainable pest management solutions. Education: Molodshy Specialist in Elementary Education, Pedagogical College, Ukraine, 1994 Specialist in Psychology, Chernovytsky State University, Ukraine, 1997 MS in Entomology, University of Florida, 2007 PhD in Entomology, University of Florida, 2010 Post-doctoral Research, Rutgers University Her research interests lie at the intersection of insect behavior , insecticide toxicology , and biological and chemical pest control . She investigates host-plant resistance mechanisms and the behavioral and physiological responses of key turfgrass pests such as the annual bluegrass weevil and mole crickets. Her work supports the development of integrated pest management (IPM) strategies that reduce reliance on conventional insecticides. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on insecticide resistance , pest phenology , and biological control integration . Her studies span chemical ecology, neurotoxicology, and host-plant interactions, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to entomological research. Scientific Awards and Honors: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text. While no formal list of students or grants is provided, her extensive publication record with prominent collaborators such as A.M. Koppenhöfer, E.A. Buss, and M.E. Scharf indicates active research mentorship and likely grant-supported projects. She likely advises graduate students in entomology and turfgrass science, contributing to academic training and extension outreach. Dr. Kostromytska is associated with the turfgrass entomology research program at UMass Amherst, which focuses on sustainable management of key pests in golf courses, lawns, and sports fields. Her lab likely collaborates with extension agents, turf managers, and industry stakeholders to translate research into practical pest control recommendations.

Will Hudsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Entomology
• Pest Management
• Turfgrass Entomology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Will G. Hudson is a Professor and Extension Entomologist at the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES), Department of Entomology. His role is split between extension programs (78%) and research (22%). He specializes in managing insect pests affecting commercial and recreational turf, ornamental plants, pecans, Christmas trees, and fish bait production. His work emphasizes biological control strategies, including releases of parasitic agents against mole crickets. Research interests focus on integrated pest management (IPM) for turfgrass pests like mole crickets, ornamental plant pests such as whiteflies and mites, and pecan pest ecology. He has pioneered biological control efforts using nematodes (e.g., Steinernema scapterisci) and parasitic insects. His extension programs provide data-driven pest management recommendations for growers and land managers. Publications highlight long-term studies on mole cricket behavior, population dynamics, and control methods. His work bridges applied research and practical solutions for agricultural and horticultural challenges in the southeastern U.S.