Seminar in Insect Science

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Seminar in insect science. Topics range from insect phys & immunology to chemical ecology & epidemiology. ENT 530 Seminar in Insect Science (1 per semester/maximum of 4) This class will examine current issues in insect science. Topics for a semester will range from insect physiology, immunology and disease to population ecology, agroecology, and biodiversity. The intent is to generate useful discussions that will help participants advance their own understanding of the broader debate about various research topics in insect science. Specific topics will change each semester allowing students to choose those topics of the greatest interest. Topics will be proposed by faculty with expertise in specific areas. Seminal articles, peer-reviewed literature, government and industry reports, webpages and government regulatory documents will be selected by the faculty member proposing the topic to broaden and deepen student understanding of the topic area. Class participation is expected during discussions and oral presentations of topic areas will be expected.