Department of Entomology

Time 2020-09-12 02:03:27

Web Name: Department of Entomology

WebSite: http://ento.psu.edu

ID:43840

Keywords:

Department,of,Entomology,

Description:

Entomology is the study of insects, the predominant species on Earth. With more than a million known species, insects significantly affect our world. The Department of Entomology conducts innovative research in this realm, leading to improved human and animal health, quality of life, and sustainability of our food and ecosystems. September 8, 2020 Spotted lanternfly reports surge statewide with confirmed cases in Allegheny County Fri Sep 18 Seminar: Dissecting links between nutrition and stress in honey bees September 18, 2020 Fri Sep 25 Seminar: Developing molecular strategies for insect pest management September 25, 2020 Fri Oct 2 Seminar: "Distilling 10 years of research into one hour: Gene, Genome, Behavior, and Physiology of Honey Bees" October 2, 2020 Whether teaching an undergraduate course in the Entomology minor program or a graduate seminar, our top-notch faculty are dedicated to their students. Our faculty is associated with teaching and advising for the undergraduate Entomology minor and Plant Sciences major. Our graduate degree programs in Entomology encourage students to conceive and implement novel research within the insect sciences. Penn State is a Tier 1 Research University. As such, our students participate in meaningful research. Our robust research programs in chemical ecology, pollinators, infectious disease, and insect biology and management are among the nation’s best. Explore Research Areas The Department of Entomology is committed to providing students opportunities with an international focus. Students may take courses and conduct research as part of their graduate program or earn international credentials through dual-title degrees. International Focus Outreach connects the resources of the Department of Entomology with community members, industry, and institutions in Pennsylvania and beyond by offering the latest research-based information. Explore Extension and Outreach The Agricultural Sciences and Industries Building (ASI) houses classrooms and laboratories and serves as our departmental home. Our facilities and work also span the Frost Entomological Museum, Entomology Farm, Chemical Ecology Laboratory, Entomology Ornamentals and Turf Laboratory, and research and extension centers throughout Pennsylvania. Explore Our Facilities

TAGS:Department of Entomology 

<<< Thank you for your visit >>>

The Department of Entomology in the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences offers and undergraduate minor and one of the top entomology graduate programs in the country.

Hot Websites