Department of Entomology

UC Riverside has received seven grants from the U.S. Department of Education’s Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need ( GAANN ) Program. The program offers grants to academic departments and programs at higher education institutions to fund graduate fellowships...

A doctoral student in entomology is being honored by the world’s largest entomological society for her contributions to the field. Link to Article: Doctoral Student

Egg production in the United States has changed significantly in the last century. From the 1920s to the 1960s, egg production underwent a significant evolution, driven by advancements in breeding and husbandry practices ( Kidd and Anderson, 2019 ). In...

Originally from central Asia, the house fly ( Musca domestica) is found pretty much anywhere humans live. In large numbers it can be a nuisance, and it is known to transmit more than 200 pathogens to humans and animals. One...

Most people associate ants with industriousness. We see them as busy insects working together for the good of the colony. But some ants pawn their work off on other species, raiding their nests and kidnapping their young to ensure a...

More than 2 billion people regularly eat insects — on purpose. They’re a great source of protein for communities around the world and some are considered delicacies reserved for special occasions. And it’s entirely possible that eating bugs could become...

If you upset one bee, what determines whether the entire hive decides to avenge her grievance? A $1.2 million grant will support UC Riverside scientists in answering questions like these about how honeybees communicate. Link to original article: Rosetta stone...

For his outstanding contributions to the field, UCR Professor Chow-Yang Lee has been elected fellow of the Entomological Society of America, one of only four individuals nationwide to receive the honor this year. Link to original article: Entomological Society of...