جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

David Mota-Sanchezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Insecticide Resistance
• Biotechnology
• Insect Physiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Mota-Sanchez is an **Associate Professor of Insect Toxicology** in the **Department of Entomology** at **Michigan State University (MSU)**, part of the **College of Agriculture & Natural Resources**. His research focuses on **arthropod resistance to pesticides**, **insecticide toxicology**, and **integrated pest management (IPM)**. He co-directs the **Arthropod Pesticide Resistance Database**, a globally recognized tool tracking pesticide resistance since 1914. His work spans **fall armyworm**, **Colorado potato beetle**, and **western flower thrips** resistance, with projects in the U.S., Mexico, and Latin America. He also leads **La Cosecha**, an extension program supporting Latino farmers in accessing USDA programs and grants, impacting over 200 farms and securing $3M in funding. **Education & Experience**: Ph.D. in Entomology from MSU. Professional roles include Assistant Professor (MSU, 2009–present), Visiting Research Associate (MSU, 2003–2009), and roles in Mexico’s agricultural sector (1988–2002). Notable collaborations include work with Ecuador’s INIAP on pesticide impacts and a **Monarch butterfly conservation project** in Michigan and Mexico. **Research Focus**: Combines lab techniques (e.g., radiotracer studies) with fieldwork to understand resistance mechanisms. Recent projects address **Bt toxin adaptation**, **transgenerational pesticide effects**, and **RNAi-based pest control**. His database is widely used by agencies like the EPA, USDA, FAO, and WHO. **Grants & Impact**: Secured USDA grants (e.g., $600K for La Cosecha) and published over 100 peer-reviewed articles. His work highlights **sustainable pest management**, emphasizing resistance management through diversified tactics like refuge crops and pheromone use. **Labs & Teams**: Leads the **Arthropod Pesticide Resistance Database team** and collaborates globally on projects like Myanmar’s fall armyworm control. His lab hosts visiting scientists from Turkey, China, Mexico, and Ecuador for training in xenobiotic adaptation research.

Douglas Patonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Disease Ecology
• Infectious Diseases
• Vector Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Douglas Paton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Joint Faculty at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory. His research focuses on malaria transmission dynamics, particularly the interaction between Plasmodium falciparum parasites and Anopheles mosquitoes. His work combines lab-based molecular biology with field studies in sub-Saharan Africa to develop novel strategies for reducing the global malaria burden. Key areas include Plasmodium mitochondrial function, mosquito vector biology, and ecoevolutionary consequences of interventions. Research interests include Plasmodium transmission mechanisms, Anopheles vector competence, and malaria elimination strategies. His lab employs multi-omics approaches, experimental infections, and field studies at SREL to investigate vector-parasite interactions during critical developmental stages like diapause. Recent efforts emphasize CRISPR-based genetic control, steroid hormone signaling modulation, and antimalarial delivery systems to mosquitoes. Publications highlight breakthroughs in mosquito population control, antimalarial efficacy in vectors, and understanding resistance mechanisms. Paton's work bridges basic science and applied public health, aiming to inform sustainable malaria control policies. He collaborates with global health organizations and field researchers to translate laboratory findings into real-world interventions.

Anna Whitfieldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant-Virus-Vector Interactions
• Molecular Virology
• Functional Genomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anna Whitfield is a Professor in the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology at North Carolina State University , where she joined in 2017 as part of the Chancellor’s Faculty Excellence Program in Emerging Plant Diseases and Global Food Security. Her research focuses on plant-virus-vector interactions , aiming to develop biologically-based strategies for sustainable disease control. Education : M.S. from the University of California-Davis; Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Research Priorities : Molecular mechanisms of virus transmission, functional genomics of insect vectors, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing for vector competence reduction, RNA interference for pest control, and plant rhabdovirus infectious clone development. Her work integrates CRISPR, RNAi, and LAMP/Cas12a diagnostic tools to combat resistance-breaking variants of Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus (TSWV) and Maize Mosaic Virus (MMV). She leads multiple USDA-funded grants targeting thrips and orthotospovirus control through innovative molecular approaches. Scientific Awards : Alumni Outstanding Research Award (2023) NSF Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program (2010) American Society for Virology Joel M. Dalrymple Memorial Award (2003) Whitfield mentors a diverse group of Ph.D., M.S., and undergraduate researchers , with former lab members now in academia and the agricultural biotech industry. She also contributes to plant disease management programs via the Plant-Aid sensor platform for real-time pathogen detection.

Olle Tereniusمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Insect Microbiota
• Vector Biology
• Silkmoth Virology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Olle Terenius is a Researcher at the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology at Uppsala University, with additional roles as Project Coordinator at the International Science Programme (ISP) and the University Library's Scholarly Communications Division. His work bridges microbiology, entomology, and vector control research with significant international collaborations across China, India, Thailand, and the Amazon Basin. Dr. Terenius's research primarily focuses on insect microbiota as a proxy for tracking insect movement in natural environments . He has developed innovative methods to determine which environments insects have visited, enabling identification of individuals from similar locations. His work also extends to virus research in silkmoths through collaborations with researchers in Asia, examining diseases affecting tasar silkworms and traditional sericulture practices. Analysis of Terenius's recent publications (2021-2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: intensive investigation of mosquito microbiology (particularly Anopheles species in malaria-endemic regions), comprehensive studies on probiotic applications for silkworm health (focusing on Lactobacillus species against pathogens like Nosema bombycis and BmNPV), and exploration of Amazonian microbial communities for vector control applications. His work spans from fundamental microbial ecology to practical disease control solutions. While no specific scientific awards are explicitly documented in the available information, Terenius's research demonstrates significant impact through citations across multiple platforms including social media, Wikipedia pages, policy documents, and patent references. His publications consistently feature international co-authorship, particularly with researchers from malaria-endemic regions of Brazil, Thailand, and India. Dr. Terenius maintains active research in both laboratory and field settings, with recent work emphasizing the environmental determinants of mosquito microbiota and the development of microbial-based interventions for silkworm disease management. His dual focus on fundamental insect-microbe interactions and practical applications for disease control and sericulture represents a comprehensive approach to entomological research with tangible real-world implications.

James Daleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biofortification of bananas
• Plant disease resistance (e.g., Fusarium wilt, viruses)
• Molecular farming
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Distinguished Professor James Dale is a Professor in the School of Biology & Environmental Science at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). He holds a PhD and BScAgr from the University of Sydney. As Program Leader (Banana Biotechnology) and inaugural Director of QUT’s Centre for Tropical Crops and Biocommodities (CTCB), he leads global research in agricultural biotechnology, focusing on disease-resistant and nutrient-enhanced crops like bananas and sugarcane. His research interests span biofortification (e.g., vitamin A-enriched bananas), genetic engineering for disease resistance (Fusarium wilt, viruses), and molecular farming for medical proteins. He has pioneered transgenic solutions for tropical crops and collaborates internationally, including with African institutions like Uganda’s National Agricultural Research Organisation. Key achievements include developing GM banana varieties with biofortification and disease resistance traits, leading a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation-funded project, and commercializing biotech innovations through ventures like Leaf Energy. Awards include an Order of Australia (AO) and ATSE Fellowship. He has supervised over 25 PhD students and secured major grants, advancing sugarcane biofuel technologies and tropical crop improvement. His work bridges lab-to-field translation, emphasizing socio-economic impacts in developing regions.

Nicholas Teetsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Stress Tolerance in Insects
• Molecular Entomology
• Insect Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Teets is an Associate Professor at the University of Kentucky within the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment , specifically the Department of Entomology . He serves on steering committees and mentors students professionally. Education Ph.D., Entomology, Ohio State University (2012) B.S., Zoology, Miami University (2007) His research focuses on environmental stress tolerance in insects, including cold adaptation, diapause regulation, and genetic biocontrol mechanisms. This spans molecular biology, physiology, and ecological entomology. Key research areas include: Thermal biology and cold tolerance RNA interference applications in pest management Lipid metabolism during diapause Genetic engineering for population control Antarctic insect adaptation Phenotypic plasticity in climate change responses

Keyan Zhu-Salzmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Insect-plant-environment interactions
• Plant defense signaling pathways
• Pest control strategies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Keyan Zhu-Salzman is a Professor in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University, affiliated with Texas A&M AgriLife Research. She holds editorial roles at Insect Science and Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology . Her research focuses on insect-plant-environment interactions, including plant defense against aphids, herbivore adaptation, and novel pest control strategies like electron beam irradiation and RNAi-based pesticides. Dr. Zhu-Salzman earned her B.S. and M.S. from Fudan University (Shanghai) and her Ph.D. from Purdue University. She teaches Insect Biotechnology, emphasizing molecular biology and genomic techniques. Her work has secured millions in research funding and led to over 110 peer-reviewed publications. Research interests include understanding plant defense signaling, insect detoxification mechanisms, and the impact of environmental stressors like hypoxia. She explores innovative solutions such as nanoparticle delivery systems for RNAi and plasma-based pest eradication. Her labs integrate molecular, genetic, and ecological approaches to address agricultural pest challenges.

Nabil Killinyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Vector-Pathogen Interactions
• Molecular Plant-Microbe Interactions
• Citrus Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nabil Killiny serves as an Associate Professor in Plant Pathology at the University of Florida's Citrus Research and Education Center (CREC), part of the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). His research program focuses on elucidating the molecular mechanisms of pathogen-vector interfaces, with particular emphasis on citrus diseases including the devastating Huanglongbing (citrus greening). Dr. Killiny's research spans multiple dimensions of plant-pathogen-vector interactions. His laboratory investigates the complex molecular relationships between plant pathogens and their insect vectors, examining circulative systems like Spiroplasma citri/Circulifer haematoceps, Xylella fastidiosa/Graphocephala atropunctata, and Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus/Diaphorina citri. His work integrates metabolomics, transcriptomics, and molecular techniques to characterize how pathogens colonize vectors and move between hosts. Current research directions include RNA interference applications for vector control, plant defense mechanisms involving metabolites like gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and melatonin, and genetic approaches to enhance citrus resistance. Analysis of Dr. Killiny's recent publications (2023-2024) reveals a strategic multi-pronged approach to combating citrus greening disease. His team is simultaneously investigating molecular targets for disrupting pathogen transmission, developing RNA interference-based control methods for the Asian citrus psyllid vector, characterizing plant defense responses, and exploring genetic modifications to improve citrus resilience. A notable trend is the focus on understanding how metabolic pathways like the GABA shunt contribute to plant defense against pathogens. Dr. Killiny actively mentors the next generation of plant pathologists, currently supervising PhD students Brad Dawson and Yagyaraj Joshi, along with postdoctoral researchers Lamiaa Mahmoud, Yasser Nehela, and Tejbhan Saini. His laboratory operations are supported by lab managers Shelley Jones and Lorraine Jones. His research program is funded through multiple grants addressing critical challenges in citrus production, particularly focused on sustainable solutions for Huanglongbing management. In addition to his research leadership, Dr. Killiny contributes to academic instruction through courses including PLP 5115C Citrus Pathology and PLP 6245 Fastidious Bacteria and Plant Diseases. He also serves in editorial capacities for publications related to plant bacterial pathogens and their insect vectors, reflecting his standing as a thought leader in the field of vector-pathogen interactions.

Amy L Tothمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Insect Biology
• Comparative Genomics of Bees and Wasps
• Pollinator Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amy L Toth is a Professor and Chair of the Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Iowa State University, holding dual appointments in the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology and the Department of Plant Pathology, Entomology, and Microbiology within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. She leads the Toth Laboratory of Integrative Insect Sociobiology, conducting research at the intersection of ecology, evolution, behavior, and genomics. Her educational background includes a B.A. in Biology from Bard College (2000) and a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolution from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2006). Toth's research focuses on three core areas: comparative genomics of bees and wasps to understand the evolution of eusociality; mechanisms of social behavior including maternal care and division of labor; and integrative pollinator health examining habitat impacts on honey bees and wild bees in Midwestern agricultural landscapes. Her work employs genomic, behavioral, and ecological approaches to address fundamental questions about social evolution and critical conservation challenges facing pollinators. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent emphasis on genomic approaches to social evolution, conservation genomics of endangered bumble bees (particularly in Patagonia), and landscape-level interventions for improving pollinator health in agricultural systems. Key thematic threads include the impact of prairie restoration on bee health, comparative studies of native and managed pollinators, and molecular mechanisms underlying social behavior. Toth actively contributes to interdisciplinary programs including Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, Interdepartmental Genetics, and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. She teaches courses in Animal Behavior, Advanced Animal Behavior (Genes and Behavior), and Bee Biology, Management, and Beekeeping, demonstrating strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. Her laboratory applies integrative approaches to address real-world complexity in pollinator health, collaborating internationally (including projects in Argentina) and working at the interface of basic research and applied conservation. Current projects investigate the role of prairie habitat in mitigating nutritional stress for honey bees, comparative genomics of social evolution, and mechanisms of social behavior in wasps.

Huw Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Biotechnology
• Molecular Biology
• Gene Editing
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Huw Jones is a Professor at the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS), Aberystwyth University, where he leads research in plant biotechnology and crop breeding. He has held honorary positions at Rothamsted Research and the University of Nottingham, and previously served as a Senior Research Scientist at Rothamsted and Long Ashton Research Station. Education: PhD in Molecular Biology and Intracellular Signalling, University of Bristol MSc BSc Huw Jones is internationally recognized for his work in plant functional genomics, gene editing (e.g., CRISPR-Cas9), RNA interference, and in vitro tissue culture techniques, particularly in polyploid crops such as forage grasses, clovers, cereals, poplar, and willow. His research focuses on improving crop resilience and breeding efficiency through advanced biotechnological tools, including exploiting chloroplast inheritance, doubled haploidy, and heterosis. He has extensive expertise in the regulatory and biosafety aspects of genetically modified and gene-edited crops. The recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on precision breeding, regulatory frameworks, and the application of gene editing and RNAi in agriculture. Themes include abiotic stress tolerance, biosafety of dsRNA crops, transformation methods in grasses and algae, and policy analysis of precision breeding in the UK. His work bridges fundamental science with real-world agricultural and regulatory challenges. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology (2002) Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales (elected 2025) Huw Jones has supervised several PhD students, including Daniel Fenton and Kusum Khatri, and leads externally funded projects such as PlastiRoots (Horizon Europe) and citizen science initiatives on breeding transparency. He has secured grants from BBSRC, ESRC, Syngenta, and Newton Bhabha Fund. He previously chaired the UK Plant Sciences Federation Working Group and served on EFSA’s GMO panel (2009–2018), where he co-authored over 150 risk assessment opinions. He currently advises the UK Food Standards Agency and Defra on novel foods and environmental releases. He is actively involved in public engagement, frequently contributing to media discussions on GMOs, gene editing, and food security, advocating for science-based regulation and sustainable agricultural innovation.

William E. Snyderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Biological Control
• Food Safety
• +۴ مورد دیگر

William E. Snyder is a Professor in the Department of Entomology at the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. His research integrates ecological principles to address critical challenges in species conservation, sustainable agriculture, and human health through natural pest management solutions. Dr. Snyder's work focuses on sustainable agriculture and biological control of pests, with expertise in food safety, plant-microbe-insect interactions, and climate change impacts on agroecosystems. His lab investigates how restoring natural biodiversity resolves conflicts between conservation and food production, emphasizing that ecosystem health underpins pest management and safe food systems. Key approaches include field studies on working farms, molecular eco-genomics, and landscape-scale modeling of species interactions. Recent publications reveal strong trends in climate-agriculture interfaces, food safety ecology, and genomic applications in pest management. Research increasingly examines trade-offs between ecosystem services (e.g., bird-mediated pest control) and risks (e.g., pathogen transmission), while advancing RNAi technologies and nutrient management for sustainable pest suppression. Field-based molecular work dominates current outputs, reflecting the lab's shift toward mechanistic eco-genomic explanations of ecological patterns. The Snyder Lab maintains active collaborations with growers across diverse projects including pastured poultry systems, soil nutrient-pest interactions, and climate-driven whitefly outbreaks. Ongoing fieldwork on organic farms and molecular analyses in the lab support translational research that bridges fundamental ecology with agricultural applications. The lab actively recruits students for projects spanning statistical modeling, GIS analysis, and experimental field ecology.

Desiree Jakobs-Schönwandtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioengineering
• Sustainable Biotechnology
• Fungal Biotechnology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Desiree Jakobs-Schönwandt is a faculty member at the Westfälische Hochschule in the Department of Bioengineering and Sustainability (Faculty 8). Her research focuses on biotechnology , particularly in biocontrol agents , desiccation tolerance , and sustainable plant protection . Research Highlights: She develops biocontrol formulations using fungi like Pochonia chlamydosporia and Metarhizium brunneum , studies dsRNA delivery systems for plant virus control, and innovates polymer-based encapsulation techniques to enhance microbial survival under stress conditions. Recent Publications demonstrate expertise in RNA interference , hydrogel technology , and biopesticide development , with cross-disciplinary applications in agriculture and materials science .

Tim Harvey-Samuelمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Genetic Control
• Insect Pest Management
• Synthetic Biology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tim Harvey-Samuel is a Lecturer in Arthropod Genetics and Group Leader at Keele University's School of Life Sciences. He holds a PhD from the University of Oxford/Oxitec Ltd, where he researched genetically engineered methods for controlling agricultural insect pests. His postdoctoral work at the Pirbright Institute focused on gene-drive systems and insect sex determination. His research develops sustainable genetic control approaches for agricultural and human-health pests like mosquitoes and moths. His research integrates molecular biology, genetic modification, and synthetic biology to manage pests such as Culex quinquefasciatus, Aedes albopictus, and Plutella xylostella. He specializes in CRISPR-based gene drives, germline transformation, and sex determination pathways. Publications focus on CRISPR applications, gene drives, and vector control, with recent work emphasizing field applicability and ecological impact. Trends include optimization of gene-drive efficiency, pest population suppression, and vector-pathogen interactions. No awards or student advisees are documented. He leads a research group and collaborates globally to advance genetic pest management.

Lynne Rieske-Kinneyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Forest Entomology
• Invasive Species Biology
• RNA Interference
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lynne Rieske-Kinney is a Professor of Forest Entomology in the Department of Entomology at the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment , University of Kentucky. She holds the endowed Bobby C Pass Research Professorship, focusing on forest health and insect pest management. Research Focus : Invasion dynamics of forest pests (emerald ash borer, southern pine beetle), RNA interference for gene silencing, trophic interactions, and climate change impacts on forest ecosystems. Awards : Recipient of the prestigious AD Hopkins Award for southern forest entomology excellence. Outreach : Co-founder of the Urban Forest Initiative , promoting urban forestry education and tree conservation, and lead of the Healthy Trees – Healthy People program for citizen science engagement. Publications demonstrate leadership in RNA interference applications for forest pest control, with cross-disciplinary collaborations in biotechnology, ecology, and forest management. Her lab alumni hold prominent roles in academia, government, and industry.

• Entomology
• Integrated Pest Management
• Thrips Management
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stuart Reitz is Director at the Malheur Agricultural Experiment Station, Oregon State University, where he leads research and extension programming related to cropping systems in Malheur County. His work focuses on Integrated Pest Management (IPM), ecology and management of insect vectors of plant pathogens, particularly in onion and potato production systems in the Treasure Valley region of Eastern Oregon and Southwestern Idaho. Dr. Reitz's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Entomology from Clemson University (1994), with dissertation on "Reproductive Biology of Eucelatoria bryani and Eucelatoria rubentis (Diptera: Tachinidae), Larval Parasitoids of Helicoverpa zea (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)." M.S. in Zoology from Clemson University (1988), with thesis on "Relationships of Feeding and Locomotor Activity to Intraspecific Social Dominance in Captive Wintering Savannah Sparrows." B.S. in Biology (minors in Geography and Chemistry) from University of South Alabama (1985). Dr. Reitz's research primarily centers on thrips management, particularly western flower thrips ( Frankliniella occidentalis ), and their role in transmitting plant pathogens like Iris yellow spot virus. His work spans entomology, plant pathology, food safety, and integrated pest management strategies for onion and potato production. He investigates biological control methods, insecticide resistance, and the impacts of agricultural practices on pest dynamics and pathogen transmission. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on food safety concerns related to onion production, particularly examining Escherichia coli contamination risks and mitigation strategies. There's also significant work on thrips ecology, invasive species dynamics, and novel pest management approaches including RNAi technology. His research bridges fundamental entomological questions with practical agricultural applications. Dr. Reitz has received numerous awards including: Oregon Farm Food Safety Team Award, OSU Extension Association (2019) Western Region Excellence in Multistate Research Award for "Managing Onion Pests and Diseases" (2018) Award of Excellence for Training IPM Professionals in Rural Areas (2017) "Ask-an-Expert" Outstanding Performer, Oregon State University Extension (2017) Strategic Impact Award, OSU University Outreach and Engagement (2016) Hoecker Newer Faculty Award, Oregon State University Extension Service (2016) Dr. Reitz actively mentors graduate students through both the Crop and Soil Science Department and the Entomology Program at Oregon State University. He has secured significant funding for research on onion pest management, food safety, and integrated pest management strategies. His work often involves collaboration with researchers across multiple institutions and states, particularly through multistate research projects focused on onion production challenges. Dr. Reitz leads research efforts at the Malheur Agricultural Experiment Station, where his team conducts field studies on onion and potato pests, pathogen transmission, and food safety concerns. His work directly informs extension programs that support regional onion growers in implementing effective pest management strategies while meeting food safety regulations.