Image New assistant specialist joins Yuma Agricultural Center April 16, 2024 In his new role, Wilfrid Calvin is committed to finding ways to reduce pesticide exposure through integrated pest management. Read more
Image New faculty championing the fight against vector-borne diseases March 19, 2024 Paulina Maldonado-Ruiz recently joined the Department of Entomology to explore innovative strategies for tick management. Read more
Image Innovative chemical strategy targets mosquito larvae gut to combat spread of deadly diseases March 15, 2024 Since the target is mosquito larvae, which are aquatic, the chemical compound can be directly put into water like several other currently used larvicides. Read more
Image UArizona entomologist honored with Lifetime Achievement Award Dec. 19, 2023 Yves Carrière is honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award which recognizes his career of contributions to the advancement of entomology. Read more
Image Mosquito study tests way to control bugs that annoy us and can spread diseases Nov. 15, 2023 The Tucson pilot project aims to reduce the population of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which can spread zika, yellow fever, and dengue. Read more
Image Honoring Excellence: John Palumbo receives award for Integrated Pest Management Oct. 30, 2023 For his innovative and sustainable strategies benefiting growers in Arizona and California, John Palumbo has received an Excellence Award from the Entomological Society of America. Read more
Image UArizona Partnership with Tribal Communities Knocks Out Pests, Not the Environment Oct. 29, 2021 Community members take part in an Earth Day event with hands-on activities for children and adults to identify and learn how to prevent or manage common pests. Read more
