Research programs in urban and industrial entomology have focused on basic and applied investigations of insect behavior, biology, ecology, and management as these insects impact upon our homes, business establishments, and industrial plants. As our society becomes more urbanized and industrialized, the deficiencies in the present state of entomological knowledge become increasingly important. Through a better basic understanding of the biology, ecology, and genomics of some of the more economically important species, new possibilities for control may be realized. The development and evaluation of new management strategies, materials and equipment are also vital in the protection of our health, welfare, property, and food supplies. At the same time, careful research attention must be given to environmental and sociological parameters so that long-term problems are not created in solving short-term ones. The development of these types of research data will serve the ultimate objective of formulating sound and sustainable pest management strategies.
73rd Annual Pest Management Conference - January 5-9, 2009. Click here to for the brochure.
Websites
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
Ant Behavioral Ecology and Genetics Laboratory
Research in Dr. Buczkowski's laboratory focuses on the ecology, behavior, and genetics of ants, with emphasis on urban and invasive pest species. Ants are the dominant members of terrestrial ecosystems and perform a wide variety of critical ecological functions.Author: Grzegorz Buczkowski
Indiana's "Most Unwanted" Invasive Plant Pests - CAPS
The "Most Unwanted" Invasive Plant Pest List is compiled yearly by the Indiana Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey (CAPS) State Survey Committee (SSC). The list identifies exotic species, invasive species, and pests regulated by state or federal laws.Author: Larry Bledsoe
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 and Dr. John MacDonald
Mosquito Tool
Mosquitoes can breed in many different sites in a community. Purdue Extension has developed an interactive web-based tool to help you understand the diversity of mosquito breeding sites.Authors: Dr. Catherine Hill, Dr. John MacDonald
National Pest Management Association
NPMA, a non-profit organization with more than 5,000 members, was established in 1933 to support the professional pest control industry’s commitment to the protection of public health, food and property, reflected both in the continuing education of pest control professionals and the dissemination of timely information to homeowners and businesses.
Indiana Pest Management Association
Not for profit organization to promote education and training of the pest control industry.Authors: Gary Bennett and Sandy Lindsey
Turfgrass Entomology and Applied Ecology Laboratory
Research in Dr. Richmonds’ laboratory focuses on trophic interactions and their consequences/implications for turfgrass systems at ecological scales ranging from the population to the community. We are examining how soil fertility and other management practices influence the expression of endophyte mediated resistance and interactions between insect pests and their natural enemies.Author: Doug Richmond
Landscape Entomology Laboratory
Our goal is to promote the design of indoor and outdoor landscapes that can be maintained with a minimum of pesticide use. Research, extension and teaching efforts promote the biological and natural control of pests in forests, urban landscapes, nurseries, greenhouses and Christmas trees.Author: Dr. Cliff Sadof
Wildlife Conflicts Information Hotline
The Hotline has information on wildlife that covers mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians, Indiana Nuisance Wildlife Laws and Regulations, professional Nuisance Wildlife Control Companies (people who capture or remove nuisance animals), and Indiana Wildlife Rehabilitators (people who take care of injured or orphaned wildlife).Authors: Judy Loven and Joe Caudell
Household and Structural Publications
Staff
Dr. Gary Bennett
Professor, Pest Management Urban/Industrial; Coordinator-Center for Urban/IndustrialOffice Phone: 494-4564
Office Number: SMTH 105D
Lab Number: SMTH B72
Office Phone: 494-7741
Email: gbennett@purdue.edu
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Dr. Tim Gibb
Office Phone: 494-4570Office Number: SMTH 105C
Email: gibb@purdue.edu
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Dr. Linda Mason
Associate Professor, Behavioral Ecology and Food Pest EntomologyOffice Phone: 494-4586
Office Number: SMTH 105B
Lab Number: SMTH 117
Office Phone: 494-6810
Email: lmason@purdue.edu
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Dr. Cliff Sadof
Professor, Landscape & Ornamental, Biological ControlOffice Phone: 494-5983
Office Number: SMTH B1A
Lab Number: SMTH B78
Office Phone: 494-7738
Fax: 494-2152
Email: csadof@purdue.edu
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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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Judy Loven
State Director, USDA - APHIS Wildlife ServicesOffice: SMTH B32A
Phone: 494-6229
Email: loven@purdue.edu
Dr. Doug Richmond
Assistant Professor, Turfgrass Entomology and Applied EcologyOffice Phone: 494-0399
Office Number: SMTH 105C
Lab Number: SMTH B80
Office Phone: 494-0868
Fax: 494-0535
Email: drichmond@purdue.edu
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