Our mission in Entomology

To improve the quality of life for the state, nation and the world by advancing scientific knowledge through the development and application of arthropod science. The Department of Entomology offers learning, engagement and discovery programs to meet the needs of Indiana, the Midwest, and the nation. Undergraduate degree programs and Graduate degree programs at both the Master’s and Ph.D. levels are offered.

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West Lafayette, IN 47907
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Upcoming Entomology Events

A woman in a greenhouse uses an aspirator to infest wheat plants with Hessian flies.
Wheat crops receive reinforcements in battle against Hessian fly

A tiny insect called the Hessian fly began plaguing U.S. wheat fields during the American...

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From Hive to Honey

Behind every jar of honey is a fascinating story of pollination, research, and hands-on learning....

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Layton Rosen
Layton Rosen - Graduate Ag Research Spotlight

Most parents want to encourage their child’s hobbies, signing them up for chess club,...

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Purdue-Enveda effort seeks to control malaria-spreading mosquitoes

Purdue University is leading a $1.7 million project funded by the Gates Foundation to develop new...

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Worth the investment: Purdue research quantifies the ROI of agricultural outreach

Measuring the impact of education is never straightforward. A farmer who learns a better grain...

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Discovering the World of Honey Bees and Beekeeping

New Purdue press book published by Natalie Carroll, Greg Hunt, and Krispn Given .

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A woman in a greenhouse uses an aspirator to infest wheat plants with Hessian flies.
Wheat crops receive reinforcements in battle against Hessian fly

A tiny insect called the Hessian fly began plaguing U.S. wheat fields during the American Revolutionary War. Until recently, the molecular basis of the crop’s defense against Hessian fly has remained mostly unknown. But now, researchers...

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The Purdue Entomological Research Collection