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Curriculum Vitae

PhD, Entomology, University of Idaho (2014)
MS, Ecology, University of Rhode Island (2009)
BS, Biological Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2006)

Born and raised in Punjab, India’s breadbasket, Rohit developed a deep interest in how crops and livestock shape, sustain, and sometimes restore ecosystems worldwide. He earned his PhD from Northern India, specializing in sustainability modeling and life cycle methodologies. Prior to joining the Ingwell Lab, he was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Michigan's School for Environment and Sustainability, where he evaluated the sustainability of small, diversified farms for the Michigan Climate Smart Farming Project. In the Ingwell Lab, Rohit's research focuses on identifying resilient agricultural practices and exploring the circular economy potential of Black Soldier Fly systems. His work utilizes a life cycle thinking approach (LCA, LCC & SLCA) to assess the environmental, economic, and social impacts of agricultural systems and emerging technologies.

Dr. Marlo McCarter is broadly interested in insect ecology. They earned their PhD from the University of California, Irvine, where they studied insect biomechanics, focusing on the mechanical properties of antennae as sensory structures using Finite element analysis and image analysis techniques. As a postdoc they will participate in research projects related to optimizing pest management in high tunnel production systems. Their work will involve statistical analyses to explore insect diversity and pest management across various landscape types.

Major: Insect Biology

Minor: Art and Design

BS, May 2026

Major: Insect Biology

Minor: Plant Pathology

Anticipated graduation: May 2027

Major: Insect Biology

Anticipated graduation: May 2027

Major: Insect Biology

Anticipated graduation: May 2027

Major: Insect Biology

Anticipated graduation: December 2027