Pestology Blog
Pest Control Science, Explained
NPMA’s Pestology blog was created with the pest management professional in mind. The pest control industry is driven by science, but often the newest scientific discoveries are not easily digestible. With that in mind, NPMA's entomologists set off to read all of the latest pest management scientific articles and break them down for you!
Meet the Entomologists: Mike Bentley, Laura Rosenwald, and Ellie Sanders
These posts often accompany episodes of our podcast, NPMA BugBytes. If you would like to hear more live discussions about the articles with our hosts and guest stars, take a listen!
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Crime Solving Bed Bugs, Resilient Roof Rats, and AI Cockroaches
In the April 2025, the team discusses new research on how bed bugs could solve crimes, ways to improve bed bug control, and the use of artificial intelligence to track cockroaches. Read more about the research discussed on the episode here.
Cockroach Gel Baits, Termite Corpses, and Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
In the May 2025, the team discusses new research on consumer grade cockroach baits, termite corpse management, and APHIS data on avian flu in mammals. Read more about the research discussed on the episode here.
Crafty Ants, Tackling Termites, and Mosquito Control
In the August 2024, episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team discusses new research on ways fire ants can avoid exposure to pesticide treatments, methods of protecting historic structures from subterranean termites, and carnivorous organisms that eat mosquito larvae. Read more about the research here.
Gamma Rays, Pan Allergens, and Scuttle Flies
In the August 2024, episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team discusses In this episode we cover gamma rays, pan allergens, and scuttle flies. Read more about the research here.
Brown Widow Spiders, Zombie Ants, and Spotted Lanternflies
In the June 2024 episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team discusses new research on brown widow spiders, zombie ants, and how artificial intelligence could be used to control spotted lantern flies. Read more about the research here.
Cyborg Cockroaches, Winter Survival Strategies, and Ant Bait Abandonment
In the May 2024 episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team discusses cyborg cockroaches, how arthropods survive the winter cold, and bait abandonment by ants. Read more about the research here.
