Biological Control
Biological control with microorganisms (Dave Chandler)
We study the interactions between micro-organisms, insects and mites. We do this in three areas of research: biological control, Integrated Pest Management, and bee health. The ultimate aims of this work are twofold: (1) develop more sustainable methods of pest management for the benefit of agriculture, people and the environment; and (2) improve basic knowledge of the interactions between invertebrates and microbes.
Fungal control of insect and mite pests
Entomopathogens and biological control
Biological control of the varroa mite
Entomopathogenic fungi: a second line of defence against spider mites
Biopesticide regulation and governance
Biological control with predators
Biological control of cabbage root fly - Aleochara bilineata (Stan Finch)