Feb 5, 2024
How (and why) researchers are using lasers to detect moth migrations in North Carolina.
Nov 30, 2023
The discovery is the first time scientists have photographed or collected any males from the elusive species.
Aug 1, 2023
Study reveals for the first time a powerful pheromone chemical used by males moths to entice females.
Jul 12, 2023
The disease, scrub typhus, presents symptoms similar to Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Apr 11, 2023
A small amount of nonanal added to a traditional blend of sex pheromones draws the attention of fall armyworm males looking for a good time.
Dec 16, 2022
NC State entomologists find more bacterial diversity internally than externally, a surprising result.
Nov 29, 2022
Fluralaner and ivermectin, used widely against pests like fleas and ticks, show varying levels of success in tests conducted on resurgent bed bugs.
Sep 5, 2022
Researchers use historical soil temperature data to learn about - and predict - overwintering success of the nasty corn earworm.
Apr 6, 2022
NC State researchers' design for a new crop cover could provide an effective, chemical-free alternative for insect protection.
Feb 23, 2022
The finding could make a meaningful difference in a grower’s profit margin.
Jan 19, 2022
There is evidence that this jumping behavior is occurring in a range of species – we just haven’t noticed it before.
Jul 13, 2021
NC State researchers created insecticide-free, mosquito-resistant clothing using bite-proof textiles they designed.
Jun 29, 2021
Pest populations plummet in lab experiments as technique using genetically modified fruit flies works more effectively than expected.
May 12, 2021
Clyde Sorenson talks cicadas.
May 6, 2021
Researchers discover a new species of bacteria while examining sand fly larvae rearing area.