UConn
Education
Colorado State University, 1978, BS, plant pathology; the University of California at Berkeley, 1985, PhD, Entomology
Professional Area
Biodiversity; biogeography; insect biology especially moths and butterflies; conservation biology; teaching and outreach, especially to underserved and underrepresented areas
Citation
Leading evolutionary biologist, with an impressive record of award-winning books and citation-leading original research pushing the boundaries of biodiversity and conservation studies of insects, in particular moths and butterflies, while simultaneously investing heavily in public service through work with outreach to CT citizens, especially young and underrepresented persons, and education via promotion of a university-wide environmental literacy requirement.