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Chair of Insect Biotechnology in Plant Protection
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Department of Insect Biotechnology
Faculty 09 - Agricultural Sciences, Nutritional Sciences and Environmental Management
Justus-Liebig University Gießen
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Mail: marc.Schetelig
Phone: +49 (0)641 99-35900
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- Sustainable Insect Management: Specializing in balancing the control of agricultural pests with the preservation of beneficial insects, using eco-friendly methods.
- Sterile Insect Technique (SIT): Expertise in implementing SIT, a method involving the release of sterilized male insects to reduce pest populations without environmental damage.
- Genetic Advancements in Pest Control: Proficient in evaluating and integrating genetically modified strains and advanced genetic techniques for sustainable pest management.
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- Balancing Ecosystem Health with Agricultural Needs: Navigating the complex challenge of managing pests while preserving beneficial insects and ensuring ecosystem sustainability.
- Overcoming Resistance to Traditional Insecticides: Addressing the environmental and health concerns associated with conventional insecticides, including resistance development.
- Ethical and Safety Concerns of Genetic Modifications: Ensuring the safety and ethical considerations of using genetically modified (GM) and non-GM organisms in pest control strategies.
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- Developing Non-Transgenic Pest Control Alternatives: Exploring and developing new non-GMO methods for pest control that align with sustainable agricultural practices.
- Collaborative Research on Transgenic Insect Safety: Partnering with other institutions to conduct comprehensive comparative analyses of GMOs and traditional genetic strains for pest management.
- Innovative AW-IPM Strategies: Working on area-wide integrated pest management programs that incorporate both traditional and genetic advancements in pest control, aiming for broader ecological preservation and sustainability.
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