Major Areas of Research

Major Areas of Research Includes:

• Characterization of insecticide resistance in the horn fly, Haematobia irritans (L.): documentation of cross-resistance; evaluation of biochemical, physiological and behavioral mechanisms; defining ecological parameters influencing the evolution of resistance
• Biology, ecology, distribution and population dynamics of arthropods influencing livestock production management strategies
• Design and implementation of model, integrated pest management programs for livestock (interdisciplinary approach involving nutritionist, parasitologist, veterinarian and economist)
• Vector-borne Diseases: Vector blood-feeding behavior as it relates to transmission of pathogenic agents to animals(Dog Heartworm, West Nile Virus, Vesicular Stomatitis Virus, Anaplasmosis, Bluetongue Virus, Plague)