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An Annotated Bibliography Of Archaeoentomology, Diana Gallagher

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

For my Master’s Degree Project, I have undertaken to compile an annotated bibliography of a selection of the current literature on archaeoentomology. While not exhaustive by any means, it is designed to cover the main topics of interest to entomologists and archaeologists working in this odd, dark corner at the intersection of these two disciplines. I have found many obscure works but some publications are not available without a trip to the Royal Society’s library in London or the expenditure of far more funds than I can justify. Still, the goal is to provide in one place, a list, as …

Bug Basics: A Quizlet Style Educational Trivia Game, Glynnys D. Pentecoste

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The goal of this project is to create and develop an augmented reality (AR) game that stimulates an interest in entomology and related ecological concepts. This project seeks to leverage AR technology to combine real-world overlays with virtual, computer-generated enhancements to foster or bolster an interest in insects and their natural habitat(s). Using scavenger hunt and geocaching strategies as the underlying conceptual paradigm, students will navigate a series of challenges to virtually collect a predetermined number of insect-related items or tokens. Using a trivia- or quizlet-style interface, knowledge of fundamental entomological concepts will be emphasized throughout. Successful navigation and completion …

Common Household Pests, Josh Matta

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Introduction -- The following booklet is meant to familiarize members of my organization with several important pests that are found on our product labels. My role in R&D is to evaluate the insecticidal performance of consumer pest control products and move them through the development process from initial screening to EPA claims validation. Another important part of my job is to educate a diverse team colleagues on various topics in entomology. This document will allow me to have basic life history and other important information available for the most common pest questions that come my way.

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A Guide To The Common Mosquitoes Of Grand Junction Colorado., Carter Synhorst

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Is a Mosquito Just a Mosquito? -- Mosquitoes are all over the Grand Valley, but most people think that a mosquito is just a mosquito. They don't stop to consider that there are many different species here in the Grand Valley. When and where you are getting attacked by them, can determine what type of mosquito it is. There are many different species of mosquitoes here that can vary from Fruita, to Grand Junction, and even into Palisade. There are over twenty-five different species here in our valley, and there are even more on the Grand Mesa and Glade …

Bed Bug Management In Healthcare Environments, Josh Shoemaker

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

For my Master’s Project, I propose to develop bed bug training materials that can be used to offer education on bed bug biology and best practices for bed bug control in medical facilities. The materials will include a training program and handouts for use in educating management and technicians who are Pest Management Professionals (PMPs), as well as resources for those professionals to use to train facility personnel.

Background

Bed bugs began to make a comeback as a pest in the US in the late 1990s. Since then, these ectoparasitic insects have become a significant issue for many households and …

Apopka Insect Field Guide, Sarah Parker

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

For my master's project I created a printable insect field guide specific to my area for use by the local elementary and middle schools. My property is located near both Lakeville Elementary School and Piedmont Lakes Middle School, therefore insects collected in my garden should closely approximate the insects that could potentially be seen at either school. A targeted insect guide will help facilitate any number of observational activities and may encourage the schools to plant insect friendly vegetation to increase their abundance of insects. My goal is for this teaching tool to encourage local teachers to include insect education …

20 Is Plenty: The Most Infamous Of The Invasive Species, Giancarlo V. Maddaloni

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

This informational resource was created to assist the general public in learning about the importance of invasive insects and provide help in identifying some of the most dangerous among them. This guide will also provide current information about prevention and control of these insects along with what high risk items travelers should be careful of returning with from abroad to control the spread of these pests. This resource also covers inter-state as well as intra-state pests of concern, illustrating the importance of adhering to quarantine guidelines while traveling through these regions. Whether or not this pest has become established, it …

Public Health Entomology Certificate Preparation Course For Esa, Sylvia Kenmuir

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

My Master’s Project was to develop a preparation course for the Entomological Society of America (ESA) Public Health Entomology (PHE) Certificate. This is a new program for ESA. Unlike the Board Certified Entomologist (BCE) or Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) programs which are certifications, the PHE is a standalone certificate in the area of public health. This certificate seeks to identify people who want to further demonstrate public health as an area of expertise. This course will be available to any qualified and approved person seeking to offer preparation course to assist people in preparing for the exam. Currently there is …

Assessing The Health Of The Ground Beetle Assemblage And Ecosystem At Emerging Victoria Park, Chris Mortenson

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The conversion of the 65-acre site now known as Victoria Park from an oil tank farm to an urban green space created an important and rare opportunity to both study ecosystem changes and support urban green spaces. Development in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area has resulted in a significant increase in land used for urban development accompanied by a decrease in forests and wet lands (1) as wel l as accompanying ecosystem fragmentation, isolation and simplification (2). The rarity of this land use change makes monitoring Victoria Park’s development all the more important. Ground beetles (Coleoptera: Carabidae) are considered to …