Focuses on arthropods that effect the health and wellbeing of the public. Most of the emphasis of my research has been on mosquitoes (especially peridomestic container inhabiting Aedes), and honey bees. My prior research experience has focused on the biology and control of Asian tiger mosquitoes (Aedes albopictus). Our recent grant projects include examining the effects of mosquito adulticides on the health and mortality of honey bees, and examining the use of biomarkers as predictors to honey bee health outcomes. We are collaborating with mosquito control districts, area beekeepers, the USDA bee lab in Baton Rouge, and other laboratories to assess the impacts of pesticides on bees. We are excited to being working on the project, and are always looking for new students to assist with our projects
