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Education:
Ph.D., University of Massachusetts; M.S., Idaho State
University; B.S., University of Toledo
Research:
Conducts research on the biology, ecology, and behavior of
insect pests and their natural enemies in order to develop
economically and environmentally sound management
strategies. Specific interests include applied behavioral
and chemical ecology, mating behavior, plant-insect
interactions, and biological control. Commodity focus
includes forage alfalfa, sugar beets, and other field crops.
Extension:
Delivers research-based information to enhance the working
knowledge of producers, county educators, crop advisors, and
other agricultural clientele. Commodity responsibilities
include livestock/dairy production and field crops,
including alfalfa, cereals, corn, dry beans, potatoes, and
sugar beets.
Advising:
Graduate major professor and graduate committee member
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