Through the application of emerging technologies like big data, remote sensing, gene editing and nanotech, we translate our research from the lab to the field to the food on your table.
Masters Programs
The Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology offers Master of Science (M.S.) degree programs in both entomology and plant pathology. Assistantships are available for graduate students looking for assistance in funding their advanced degrees.
Ph.D. Program
The department offers a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences (AFLS) with the option to concentrate in either Entomology or Plant Pathology. Assistantships and fellowships are available to assist with funding the AFLS Ph.D. program.
Find an Expert
Our department is staffed with award-winning, nationally-recognized faculty members who not only serve students on campus, but also conduct research that benefits industries and communities across the state, nation and globe.
Our Purpose
If you can support our efforts to develop future professionals in entomology and plant pathology, your financial contributions would be greatly appreciated.
Use the link here to make a donation: bit.ly/UAEntomology
Vision
The Department is a global leader in entomology and plant pathology; promoting human, animal, and plant health, environmental sustainability and food security.
Mission
The Department serves science and society through discovery, translation and dissemination of knowledge and resources to promote human, animal, and plant health, environmental sustainability and food security.
Core Values
- Foster interdisciplinary and synergistic collaboration.
- Champion a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment.
- Support innovation and excellence.
- Ensure scientific integrity.
- Engage and serve our stakeholders.
ENPL Highlights
Fall 2024
Future Events
- Fall 2024 Seminar Series
- Nov. 5th: Jessica Ayala
- Nov. 12th: Dr. Valerian Dolja
- Nov. 19th: Andrea Sierra Mejia
- Nov. 26th: Anmolpreet Kaur
- Dec. 3rd: Lilia Stemet
Recent Events
- Both Jessica Ayala (MS) and Andrea Sierra Mejia (PhD) passed their Thesis Defense
- The Insect Festival was held Tuesday, November 5th at the Washington County Fairgrounds
- The 3rd annual Ozark Bug Crawl happened at Historic Cane Hill on August 24 from 10am-2pm
- Dr. Kariyat received Entomology National Teaching Award
Current Job Openings:
- Instructor - Plant Health Clinic Diagnostician
- Apply Here
- Program Associate - Entomology
- Apply Here
- Program Associate - Nematology
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- Program Associate - Forest Health
- Apply Here
- Assistant Professor – Soilborne Diseases
- This is a 12-month, tenure-track faculty position (80% research/20% teaching). The successful candidate will develop a robust, extramurally funded research program focused on aspects of soil-borne plant diseases of agronomic crops grown in Arkansas. Applicants should have experience in soil-borne pathogen biology and ecology for the development of integrated disease management strategies, which may include holistic approaches to enhance soil and plant health. All interested candidates must submit an application online at https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/jobs/details/Assistant-Professor---Plant-Pathology--Soil-borne-diseases_R0045103