Research in Public Health Pest Management focuses on the biology and ecology of mosquitoes, flies, ticks, lice, fleas, stinging hymenoptera, and other pests affecting public health. The information obtained from the research is used in developing and evaluating new technologies and strategies that result in safe and effective pest population reductions.
Our extension responsibilities place an emphasis on the development of educational programs to address concerns associated with diseases such as West Nile and Lyme disease. This website will offer further information and regular updates regarding vector borne disease insects involved in disease transmission and recommended prevention and/or measures.
Websites
Medical Entomology
The goal of the Purdue Public Health Entomology Program is to reduce transmission of vector-borne diseases through public education. We offer a variety of educational materials and training opportunities to help the public learn about vectors, vector-borne diseases, and their control. We also are participating with local and state health departments in the surveillance and monitoring of vectors and vector-borne diseases in Indiana.Authors: Dr. Catherine Hill, Dr. John MacDonald
Ixodes Genome Project
The Ixodes scapularis Genome Project (IGP) is a collaborative effort to develop the first large scale genomic analysis of a medically significant tick, the Lyme disease tick, Ixodes scapularis. The IGP is a partnership between the international tick research community, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Broad Institute, and The Institute for Genomic Research (TIGR).Author: Dr. Catherine Hill
Urban Entomology at Purdue
The Center for Urban and Industrial Pest Management was established in the Entomology Department at Purdue University to address the various needs of the pest control industry. As such, it provides additional training, educational resources, and research on pest biology, behavior, and management.Author: Gary Bennett
Public Health Publications
Staff
Dr. Ralph Williams
Professor, Livestock & Poultry, Public Health, and Forensic EntomologyOffice Phone: 494-4560
Office Number: SMTH B9
Lab Number: SMTH 151
Office Phone: 494-5963
Email: rew@purdue.edu
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Dr. Catherine Hill
Assistant Professor, Medical Entomology, Public HealthOffice Phone: 496-6157
Office Number: WSLR 130
Lab Number: WSLR 125
Office Phone: 496-1513
Fax: 496-1219
Email: hillca@purdue.edu
Biographical Information