Chemistry scientists conduct important research to address issues regarding pollinator pathogens and pests, and includes the development of environmentally safe tools that can be used for combating pests of managed bees. Pictured is a honey bee and the invasive pest small hive beetle.
- Identification of the ubiquitous antioxidant tripeptide glutathione as a fruit fly semiochemical
- Do volatiles produced by nectar-dwelling microbes affect honey bee preferences?
- Nectar-inhabiting microorganisms influence nectar volatile composition and attractiveness to a generalist pollinator
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Beck, John J Research Leader john.beck@ars.usda.gov (352) 374-5730 MEDICAL, AGRIC & VETRY ENTOL 1700 S.W. 23RD DRIVE Gainesville FL 32608
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