People
Dr. Bruce McPheron
Professor of Entomology & Associate Dean for Research and Graduate
Education and Director of the Pennsylvania Agricultural Experiment Station
Future Dean of the College of Ag Sciences (July 1)
B.S. Agriculture (Entomology), The Ohio State University
M.S. Biology,
Unversity of Illinois
Ph.D. Entomology, University of Illinois
The research conducted in our lab focuses mainly on insect ecology and genetics by combining molecular biology with subjects like pest management, insect-plant interactions, and basic insect biology. We are examining population genetics problems in fruit flies (Tephritidae) using mitochondrial DNA, isozymes, and microsatellite DNA. We also use DNA sequences for molecular systematic studies of insects, particularly the Tephritidae and their relatives.
Raul Ruiz
Ph.D. Student, Entomology, PSU
My graduate research goals include exploring population structure of a Rhagoletis hybrid species and other fruit fly pests of economic concern. I bring with me numerous years of molecular lab experience from the USDA APHIS Center for Plant Health Science and Technology (CPHST) in Edinburg, TX. My pride and joy are my wife, Oralia, and daughter Mindy.
Dr. Md Sajedul Islam
Postdoctoral Scientist
Undergraduate (Research) students:
- Rachelle Christie (Biology) - rlc5047@psu.edu
- Sonya Park (Biology) - ssp149@psu.edu
- Sam Gum (Nutritional Sciences) - sag5094@psu.edu
