Work with thought leaders and academic experts in insect science

Companies can benefit from working with someone whose expertise is in the field of Insect Science in several ways. Insect Science researchers can provide valuable insights and solutions for pest control, agricultural practices, and product development. They can help companies develop environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions to insect-related challenges. Insect Science experts can also contribute to the development of new insect-based products and technologies, such as insect-based food and feed, biopesticides, and biomaterials. Additionally, collaborating with Insect Science researchers can enhance a company's reputation and credibility in the field.

Experts on NotedSource with backgrounds in insect science include Richard Mendelson, Luke Flewwelling, Annabel Whibley, Ferdous Ahmed, and Jamie Marks.

Luke Flewwelling

PhD candidate
Most Relevant Research Interests
Insect Science
Other Research Interests (5)
Muscle Physiology
Molecular Biology
Animal Science and Zoology
Physiology
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

2 total publications

Thermoregulatory trade-offs underlie the effects of warming summer temperatures on deer mice

Journal of Experimental Biology / Mar 01, 2023

Flewwelling, L. D., Wearing, O. H., Garrett, E. J., & Scott, G. R. (2023). Thermoregulatory trade-offs underlie the effects of warming summer temperatures on deer mice. Journal of Experimental Biology, 226(5). https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.244852

Thermal performance curve of endurance running at high temperatures in deer mice

Journal of Experimental Biology / Mar 01, 2023

Eizenga, M. R., Flewwelling, L. D., Warrier, T., & Scott, G. R. (2023). Thermal performance curve of endurance running at high temperatures in deer mice. Journal of Experimental Biology, 226(5). https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.244847

Annabel Whibley

Bioinformatician at Bragato Research Institute based in Auckland, New Zealand.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Insect Science
Other Research Interests (18)
Evolutionary Biology
Genetics
Genomics
Multidisciplinary
General Agricultural and Biological Sciences
And 13 more
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

56 total publications

Selection of Valid Reference Genes for Reverse Transcription Quantitative PCR Analysis inHeliconius numata(Lepidoptera: Nymphalidae)

Journal of Insect Science / Jan 01, 2016

Piron Prunier, F., Chouteau, M., Whibley, A., Joron, M., & Llaurens, V. (2016). Selection of Valid Reference Genes for Reverse Transcription Quantitative PCR Analysis inHeliconius numata(Lepidoptera: Nymphalidae). Journal of Insect Science, 16(1), 50. https://doi.org/10.1093/jisesa/iew034

Development of microsatellite loci from a reference genome for the Neotropical butterflyHeliconius numataand its close relatives

Entomological Science / Jan 23, 2015

Chouteau, M., Whibley, A., Angers, B., & Joron, M. (2015). Development of microsatellite loci from a reference genome for the Neotropical butterflyHeliconius numataand its close relatives. Entomological Science, 18(2), 283–287. https://doi.org/10.1111/ens.12121

Jamie Marks

An interdisciplinary scientist proficient in statistically analyzing large and complex datasets in RStudio. Balanced the competing needs of teaching, research, and administrative work. Experienced in successfully writing research publications and grant applications.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Insect Science
Other Research Interests (8)
Nature and Landscape Conservation
Ecology
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
Molecular Biology
Animal Science and Zoology
And 3 more
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

4 total publications

Endurance training does not affect maximum exertion/distance capacity in Anolis carolinensis lizards

Journal of Experimental Biology / Oct 31, 2022

Sorlin, M. V., Marks, J. R., & Lailvaux, S. P. (2022). Endurance training does not affect maximum exertion/distance capacity in Anolis carolinensis lizards. Journal of Experimental Biology, 225(21). https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.244576

Expression of insulin-like growth factors depends on both mass and resource availability in female green anoles (Anolis carolinensis)

Journal of Experimental Biology / Aug 01, 2021

Marks, J. R., Beatty, A. E., Schwartz, T. S., Sorlin, M., & Lailvaux, S. P. (2021). Expression of insulin-like growth factors depends on both mass and resource availability in female green anoles (Anolis carolinensis). Journal of Experimental Biology, 224(15). https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.242665

Example insect science projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on insect science?

Integrated Pest Management Program

An Insect Science expert can help develop an integrated pest management program for a company in the agriculture industry. This program would involve the use of multiple pest control methods, such as biological control, cultural practices, and chemical control, to effectively manage pests while minimizing environmental impact.

Insect-Based Food Product Development

Collaborating with an Insect Science researcher can aid in the development of insect-based food products. They can provide expertise in insect rearing, processing, and formulation to create innovative and sustainable food options that are rich in protein and have a lower environmental footprint.

Biopesticide Development

Insect Science researchers can contribute to the development of biopesticides, which are environmentally friendly alternatives to chemical pesticides. They can identify and study insect pathogens, predators, and parasitoids that can be used as biocontrol agents to manage pest populations effectively.

Biomaterials Research

Collaborating with an Insect Science expert can lead to the discovery and development of new biomaterials derived from insects. These biomaterials can have various applications, such as in the production of biodegradable plastics, textiles, and medical devices.

Insect Ecology Studies

Insect Science researchers can conduct ecological studies to understand the interactions between insects and their environment. This knowledge can be valuable for companies in industries such as agriculture, forestry, and urban planning to develop sustainable practices and mitigate the negative impacts of insects.