News Archive: Entomology
Warm early spring means early Eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch
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Holly Wiemers
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Despite a colder start towards spring, warmer days have pushed most of Kentucky into a hatch for this native pest.
Integrated Pest Management Virtual Training School set for March 19
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Jennifer Elwell
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Specialists will share the latest in integrated pest management research, trends and new technologies, including wildlife management.
Kentucky Forest Leadership Program opens 2026 applications for unique experience at Robinson Forest
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Jordan Strickler
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The Kentucky Forest Leadership Program gives high school students seeking practical experience in forestry, entomology and wildlife a head start.
University of Kentucky researcher receives prestigious British Ecological Society service award
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Christopher Carney
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A University of Kentucky evolutionary ecologist was recently honored with a prominent global service award, recognizing distinguished ecologists for their work in the scientific community.
2026 Kentucky Crop Health Conference helps farmers address pest challenges in the new year
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Jennifer Elwell
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The Feb. 5 event brings an exciting lineup of experts in weed control, plant diseases, and insect and wildlife pests ahead of planting season.
UK’s Reddy Palli named 2025 National Academy of Inventors Fellow
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Alicia Gregory
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A University of Kentucky researcher and scientist has been named a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI), the highest professional distinction awarded solely to inventors.
University of Kentucky finds Antarctica’s toughest insect is already eating microplastics
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Jordan Strickler
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A Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment alum is spearheading the first insect research on the effects of microplastics in one of the world's most remote locations.
UK–led team awarded $1 million to cut cockroach infestations, asthma risks in affordable housing
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Jordan Strickler
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With funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, University of Kentucky researchers aim to enhance the quality of life for residents dealing with cockroaches.
University of Kentucky launches 2025 Fall Crop Protection webinar series
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Jennifer Elwell
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The free online webinars will address key topics in field crop integrated pest management.
University of Kentucky to host second annual One Health Symposium on Oct. 20
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Christopher Carney
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At the 2025 One Health Symposium, attendees will engage in discussions with experts centered on optimal health for people, animals and the environment. Registration is now open.