In this episode, we chat with Kris Braman, head of the Department of Entomology ([ Ссылка ]) at the University of Georgia, to learn about the diversity of research taking place in the department, including insect microbial interactions, wetland ecology, household and structural entomology, and integrated pest management (IPM). Listen in to learn about fun public outreach events, career opportunities, partnerships with industry like Orkin and the broad impact of entomology research, from revolutionizing medical fields to benefitting agriculture worldwide.

Resources:
Study entomology at UGA: [ Ссылка ]
Integrated pest management (IPM) website: [ Ссылка ]
Read about the Orkin urban entomology professorship at UGA: [ Ссылка ]
Learn more about the work the Strand Lab is doing regarding human health and insect vectors: [ Ссылка ]
Learn about IPM on TikTok! [ Ссылка ]
The Center for Urban Agriculture: [ Ссылка ]
Find your local county Extension office: [ Ссылка ]
Watch Kris's TEDXAtlanta talk: [ Ссылка ]
Diverse landscapes are at the heart of bee conservation: [ Ссылка ]
Where do bees go in the winter? [ Ссылка ]

Edited by Carly Mirabile
Produced by Jordan Powers, Emily Davenport, Carly Mirabile
Music and sound effects by Mason McClintock, an Athens-based singer, songwriter and storyteller who creates innovative soul-pop music that transcends traditional genre boundaries. Hailing from small-town Southeast Georgia, Mason's influences range from the purest pop to the most powerful gospel. Mason is a former Georgia 4-H'er and a recent University of Georgia graduate! Listen to his music on Spotify.
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