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Our Place in Democracy: A Letter from the ESA President
Annapolis, MD; January 7, 2021 —To ESA members and the entomology profession at large: On behalf of the Governing Board of the Entomological Society of America, today I echo the chorus of shock and condemnation at yesterday’s violent assault on our nation’s democratic institutions. It is a heartbreaking day for the United States of America. As a scientific society, ESA cannot pursue its mission to improve the world through scientific progress when ongoing crises in American leadership create constant turmoil that hinders our members from doing their work or simply living their lives. The orderly and peaceful transi...
Source: ESA News - January 7, 2021 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research

Why Black Lives Matter to Entomology
Annapolis, MD; June 1, 2020 —The field of entomology has been immeasurably enriched by black scientists, including Dr. Charles H. Turner, likely the first black professional entomologist in the United States, and Dr. Ernest J. Harris, who will be honored in the2020 ESA Founders ’ Memorial Award Lecture, among many others. But these scientists have faced numerous barriers, both historically and, sadly, through the present day.
Source: ESA News - June 1, 2020 Category: Biology Authors: ljunker Source Type: research

Pest Ant Control Improved With Water-Resistant Bait
Annapolis, MD; February 20, 2017 —Pest ants like the red imported fire ant could be controlled more effectively with insecticide baits that can withstand moisture, say researchers with the United States Department of Agriculture ' s Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS). A comparison studypublished today inJournal of Economic Entomology shows a water-resistant ant bait offers a significant advantage over currently available baits, which break down when wet.
Source: ESA News - February 20, 2017 Category: Biology Authors: jrominiecki Source Type: research