Our research program focuses on understanding the biology and ecology of turfgrass insect populations to improve current management practices and develop novel, more sustainable management and monitoring programs.

Our Research

  • Entomology
  • Turfgrass Science
  • Biology and ecology of turfgrass insects
  • Insect behavior
  • Spatial distribution of populations
  • Biological control
  • Entomopathogenic nematodes
  • Insecticide resistance development and management 

Our research program focuses on understanding the biology and ecology of turfgrass insect populations to improve current management practices and develop novel, more sustainable management and monitoring programs.