Spotted Lanternfly: Research Accelerates in Effort to Contain Invasive Pest
Annapolis, MD; February 17, 2021 —When the invasive spotted lanternfly arrived in the United States in 2014, it was immediately recognized for the threat it posed to native plants and crops. A community of researchers and experts in science, agriculture, and government sprang into action to respond, improving our chances for cont aining the pest and curbing its potential for damage. While the effort continues, a new collection curated by the Entomological Society of America’s family of journals showcases the growing body of research that is helping us understand the spotted lanternfly’s biology and how to contain it...
Source: ESA News - February 17, 2021 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Zsofia Szendrei Joins American Entomologist as Co-Editor-in-Chief
Annapolis, MD; January 26, 2021 —Zsofia Szendrei, Ph.D., associate professor and vegetable entomologist at Michigan State University, has been named the next editor-in-chief ofAmerican Entomologist, the Entomological Society of America ' s quarterly membership magazine. Szendrei will serve as co-editor-in-chief in 2021 alongside current editor-in-chief Kevin Steffey, Ph.D., who will step down at the end of the year. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - January 26, 2021 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Our Place in Democracy: A Letter from the ESA President
Annapolis, MD; January 7, 2021 —To ESA members and the entomology profession at large: On behalf of the Governing Board of the Entomological Society of America, today I echo the chorus of shock and condemnation at yesterday’s violent assault on our nation’s democratic institutions. It is a heartbreaking day for the United States of America. As a scientific society, ESA cannot pursue its mission to improve the world through scientific progress when ongoing crises in American leadership create constant turmoil that hinders our members from doing their work or simply living their lives. The orderly and peaceful transi...
Source: ESA News - January 7, 2021 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Hudson Joins ESA as Director of Publications, Communications, and Marketing
Annapolis, MD; November 10, 2020 —The Entomological Society of America welcomes Matt Hudson to its staff as the Society’s new director of publications, communications, and marketing. Hudson will guide the growth and advancement of ESA’s family of research journals as well as the Society’s communications and outreach efforts to both members and beyond. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - November 9, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
East Joins ESA as Membership and Diversity Program Manager
Annapolis, MD; October 13, 2020 —The Entomological Society of America welcomes Stacie L. East to its team as the organization’s new membership and diversity program manager. Serving in a newly created staff position, East will be a leading voice for all ESA membership campaigns and engagement strategies, including new diversit y, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - October 13, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
ESA Opposes White House Executive Order on Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping
Annapolis, MD; September 30, 2020 —For science to serve all of society, it must embrace diversity within its ranks and acknowledge and actively work against the inherent biases that lead to systemic exclusion of underrepresented groups in scientific institutions. The Entomological Society of America strongly opposes the White Hous e’s recently released Executive Order on Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping. While veiled as a step toward equality, the Order instead represents an unnecessary restriction on our nation’s efforts to understand and eliminate systemic bias. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - September 30, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Marianne Alleyne Elected as Next Vice President-Elect of Entomological Society of America
Annapolis, MD; September 2, 2020 —Marianne Alleyne, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Entomology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, has been elected by members of the Entomological Society of America as the organization ' s next Vice President-Elect. ESA members have also elected four other members to begin or continue positions on the ESA Governing Board. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - September 2, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Five Entomologists Earn Honorary Membership at the Entomological Society of America
Annapolis, MD; September 2, 2020 —In recognition of their long-term dedication and significant contributions to the Entomological Society of America (ESA), five entomologists have been selected as Honorary Members of the Society in 2020. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - September 2, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Ten Entomologists Honored as 2020 Fellows of the Entomological Society of America
Annapolis, MD; September 2, 2020 —The Governing Board of the Entomological Society of America (ESA) has elected 10 new Fellows of the Society for 2020. Election as a Fellow of ESA acknowledges outstanding contributions to entomology in research, teaching, extension and outreach, administration, or the military. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - September 2, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
ESA Names Winners of 2020 Professional and Student Awards
Annapolis, MD; August 17, 2020 —The Entomological Society of America congratulates the winners of its 2020 awards. The awards recognize scientists, educators, and students who have distinguished themselves through their contributions to entomology. Winners will be honored duringEntomology 2020, ESA ' s Virtual Annual Meeting, taking place online November 11-25. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - August 13, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Call for Co-Editor-in-Chief of American Entomologist
Annapolis, MD; August 17, 2020 —The Entomological Society of America seeks candidates to serve in the position of co-editor-in-chief of American Entomologist, ESA ' s quarterly membership magazine. The selected candidate would begin their term in January 2021 and serve alongside current editor-in-chief Kevin Steffey, who will step down at the end of 2021 after a distinguished term of service. The new co-editor may then continue as sole editor or request the recruitment of a new co-editor (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - August 13, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Entomological Society of America Renames Student Quiz Competition
Annapolis, MD; July 3, 2020 —The Governing Board of the Entomological Society of America has voted to rename its student quiz bowl, previously known as the Linnaean Games, as the “Entomological Games.” (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - July 2, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: ljunker Source Type: research
ESA Statement on Withdrawal of U.S. from the World Health Organization
Annapolis, MD; June 11, 2020 —Diseases spread by insects and other public health threats are not confined by national borders. The Entomological Society of America (ESA) is deeply concerned by the Trump administration’s decision to end the relationship between the U.S. and the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO has been o n the front lines of every major infectious disease outbreak since its foundation, from Ebola and Zika to the current COVID-19 pandemic. It also plays a critical role in helping manage and protect against diseases spread by insects and their relatives. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - June 11, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research
Why Black Lives Matter to Entomology
Annapolis, MD; June 1, 2020 —The field of entomology has been immeasurably enriched by black scientists, including Dr. Charles H. Turner, likely the first black professional entomologist in the United States, and Dr. Ernest J. Harris, who will be honored in the2020 ESA Founders ’ Memorial Award Lecture, among many others. But these scientists have faced numerous barriers, both historically and, sadly, through the present day. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - June 1, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: ljunker Source Type: research
Michelle Samuel-Foo to Deliver 2020 ESA Founders ’ Memorial Lecture
Annapolis, MD; May 26, 2020 —Michelle Samuel-Foo, Ph.D., an assistant professor at Alabama State University, has been selected to deliver the Founders’ Memorial Award lecture at Entomology 2020, the annual meeting of the Entomological Society of America (ESA), taking place November 15-18 in Orlando. (Source: ESA News)
Source: ESA News - May 22, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: ljunker Source Type: research
