The Department's research programs focus on insects at the molecular, organismal, population, and community levels. They blend theoretical and empirical studies of arthropods within both natural and managed ecosystems. The Department is proud of its record for obtaining grants through various agencies including NSF, USDA, USEPA, NIH, as well as private and industrial sources.

This research effort includes many interdisciplinary collaborations within the department, with other departments of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and with other colleges on campus. Our proximity to the Research Triangle area provides many opportunities for interactions with researchers at other universities, such as UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke, as well as with other research agencies and industries.

Research is an integral part of the graduate programs for all MS and PhD students. Undergraduate students may also find opportunities to participate in faculty research programs, particularly through the University Honors Program. Students with specific research interests should check the Program Areas link.

• Department Research Areas
• Research Resources
• Research Voucher Specimens
• Online Entomology Graduate Theses and Dissertations