News Archive: Entomology
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.
UK to host 54th annual Pest Control Short Course
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Jordan Strickler
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The course offers learning and networking opportunities for everyone involved.
One Health coordination is key as New World screwworm remains outside U.S.; Kentucky producers urged to stay alert
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Jordan Strickler
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While the screwworm is concerning cattle producers, human infections remain extremely rare.
UK researcher’s work understanding honey bees receives prestigious grant
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Lindsay Travis
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One University of Kentucky researcher has earned a prestigious award to advance her studies on how environmental changes impact honey bees.
Cultivating growth in horticulture: UK Research and Education Center reflects on a century of impact
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Jennifer Elwell
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Improving fruit and vegetable production in Western Kentucky was a primary focus of the Princeton-based agricultural experiment station when it opened in 1925. Later efforts included integrated pest management strategies and nursery crops, elevating the significance of UKREC’s horticulture impact.