Dr. Kimberly Gwinn
Identifying Natural Biopesticides One Molecule at a Time
We are upset by the violent killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and others. We also recognize the difficulty of being #BlackInNature like Christian Cooper. We condemn all racism & brutality; and we will uplift, follow, & amplify the voices of the black community.
-the EPP Diversity and Inclusion Committee
The Office of Research & Engagement interviewed Julian Cosner. Check it out here: https://research.utk.edu/graduate-student-spotlight-julian-cosner/
Teaching & Learning Innovation will once again host their Facilitating Undergraduate Evidence-Based Learning (F.U.E.L.) Professional Development Seminar. This highly interactive, 6-session seminar will meet virtually each Wednesday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. beginning February 3, 2021, and concluding March 10, 2021.
Find out more »Ph.D. Proposal for Dawson Kerns, mentored under Dr. Stewart and Dr. Jurat-Fuentes Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://tennessee.zoom.us/j/91335960576
Find out more »The Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology provides leadership in the generation and dissemination of knowledge on insects, related arthropods, and plant and animal diseases that affect the quality of life of all Tennesseans. Our Department is the only academic unit in Tennessee with the mission and responsibility to provide basic and applied information on questions of plant diseases and insect related problems affecting plants, animals, and humans. Successful fulfillment of the mission requires a diverse complement of disciplinary expertise working in a highly integrated environment of teaching, research, extension, and outreach. Departmental programs focus primarily on solving problems within Tennessee, yet draw on information generated worldwide and, in turn, provide information that is useful throughout the world.
EPP students have the opportunities to study a range of topics related to plant pathology, entomology and bioinformatics.
UT Extension works with communities to improve lives by addressing problems and issues at the local, state and national levels.
The mission of the Entomology and Plant Pathology (EPP) Department is to advance scientific knowledge and to provide science-based information to improve the sustainability of food and fiber production, protect natural resources, and enhance the lives of all people in Tennessee and across the world.
Our vision is to be a recognized and innovative leader in discovery, education, development, and applications related to entomology and plant pathology.
We are committed to a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive environment. We welcome students, postdoctoral research associates, visiting scholars, and others regardless of age, appearance, disability status, gender, gender identity, geographic background, marital/partnered status, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, and all other characteristics that make each of us unique. We continually work to create an inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of society in general. We aim to cultivate an environment built on mentorship, encouragement, tolerance, and mutual respect. We believe diversity brings together a wide range of abilities, experiences, perspectives, and world views that are crucial to enriching experiences and addressing challenging research questions.
In lieu of National Pollinator Week, we would like to…
BHM Weekly Highlight– Dr. Jerreme Jackson, UTK Alumni and Amira Cornish, MS Candidate
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This week, the Diversity and Inclusion committee is highlighting UTK Alumni, Jerreme Jackson, and EPP MS Student, Amira Cornish!www.youtube.com
its an album about beetles, in the style of the beatles! or as best as i can lol, i'm not much of a singerhttps://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/the-beetles0:0...BHM Weekly Highlight– Frederick McKinley Jones & Dr. Gladys West
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This week, the Diversity and Inclusion committee is introducing two more scientists that have contributed to American culture, specifically technology. We are highlighting Frederick M. Jones and Dr. Gladys West for their impact on technology both domestic and global. Jones's innovations revolutioniz...A reeking, parasitic plant lost its body and much of its genetic blueprint
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The Sapria himalayana flower's extreme parasitic lifestyle inside the body of its host has left a bizarre imprint on its genome.Abstract: Genome wide association studies, GWAS, are performed to determine potential associations between phenotypic (traits observed) data and genotypic (genome) data. Ipomoea batatas, sweetpotato, is a vital crop for combating both visible and invisible hunger, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Understanding the genetic diversity of the sweetpotato germplasm and the genetic architecture underlying agronomic traits is crucial to maintenance and utility of the genetic resources for the crop’s improvement. We will perform a GWAS study to determine potential genes and genomic features associated with traits of interest including disease and pest resistance traits, culinary traits, phytonutritional traits, and morphological traits. We intend to determine potential genes of interests and functional markers for breeding programs.