I'm a PhD in Animal Biology with a deep-rooted passion for insects and the vital roles they play in ecosystems, agriculture, and biodiversity. As an entomologist, my research has taken me into the fascinating  world of:

Insect pests of crops – understanding how they behave and how we can manage them sustainably.

Microbial manipulators of insect reproduction – such as Wolbachia, tiny bacteria with big effects on their insect hosts (e.g., feminization of males!)

Pollinators – safeguarding the insects that keep our plants thriving and our plates full.

Bioindicators of air quality – using bees to monitor airborne particulate matter (PM) pollution.

Ecotoxicology – examining how pollutants like pesticides, plastics, and PM affect insect life.

Citizen science – involving communities in meaningful research and environmental awareness.

Biodiversity monitoring – tracking insect populations as key indicators of environmental health and ecosystem change.

My work bridges ecology, agriculture, zoology, and environmental science—and I’m especially interested in how tiny organisms respond to big environmental changes.

If you're curious about how insects can tell us about the health of our soil, air and even food, I’d love to connect!