About 70% of the species on Earth are insects. They are fundamental components of most ecosystems: they comprise half of the biomass on the planet, pollinate flowers, decompose dead organic matter and ...

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Cattle and insect experts are tracking the New World screwworm. It’s a fly that can burrow its larvae into the wounds of warm-blooded animals like livestock. Experts say the ...

A review of 82 previously published studies of two major groups of insect species underscores reported declines in insect populations in Europe, and links these declines to human activities that ...

Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Engineering Shelbi Russell studies to better understand the relationship between this bacteria and its insect hosts, with implications for the control of human ...

In fields, forests, and backyard gardens, insects are quietly at work securing ecosystems and global supply chains. Over 75 percent of all flowering plants, including many fruits, vegetables, and nuts ...

Researchers found that years when moth numbers were up resulted in increased population growth for the blue tit. The importance of moth caterpillars for common garden birds has been revealed in a new ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...