Department of
Entomology
New World screwworm
Important information on the pest from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.
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The Department of Entomology offers exciting employment opportunities, ranging from cutting-edge research positions to roles in pest management, conservation and agricultural innovation.
5 Degree Programs
Our department provides students with a world-class education that they can apply towards careers in entomology, forensic and investigative sciences, urban and public health entomology, and academia.
33 Research Faculty
Our faculty are leading the discovery of knowledge relating to food, agriculture, pest management and policy. Our renowned team of scientists are called upon to share their expertise with consumers and stakeholders to inform decisions and policy in the agriculture industry.
667 Enrolled Students
Our students are training to be the next generation of entomologists and forensic scientists.
Small insects that make a big impact
The variety, abundance and importance of insects makes Entomology a field that benefits human society through protecting crops and forage from pests, protecting humans from insects’ diseases or applying science to the law through forensic entomology.
Our hands-on, multidisciplinary approach to real-world problems prepares Texas A&M Entomology students for exciting careers from cutting-edge research positions to roles in pest management, law enforcement, conservation and agricultural innovation.
Excelling in entomology research
“I’m deeply grateful for the guidance from my professors and the Department of Entomology. Their support has been crucial to my achievements.”
Lisa Rollinson ’25, Entomology
Work with us!
The Department of Entomology offers a wealth of exciting employment opportunities, ranging from cutting-edge research positions to roles in pest management, conservation, and agricultural innovation.
Entomology News
AgriLife Extension updates fact sheet with new pasture mealybug treatment
Covers U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new approved insecticide as pest spreads across Texas
Fulbright Scholar’s work in South America helps fight Chagas disease in U.S.
AgriLife Research scientist Hamer validates new tool to track kissing bugs and disease risk in Argentina
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