An important and victorious science : the international congresses of entomology / edited by James Ridsdill-Smith, Phyllis G. Weintraub, Max J. Whitten, May R. Berenbaum.

Lanham, Maryland : Entomological Society of America, 2022.

[Washington, D.C.] : BioOne, 2023.

1 online resource (276 pages) : illustrations.

Access is available to the Yale community.

Access restricted by licensing agreement.

"This book explores the 100-plus-year history of the International Congresses of Entomology, offering a glimpse into the global collaborations and scientific achievements that drove entomology to where it is today and will be tomorrow. Over the past century, many of the grand challenges to society that can be best addressed by entomologists have, with few exceptions, remained challenging-invasive species, intensification of monoculture agriculture, and urbanization and development contributing to loss of biodiversity, among them. The twentieth century has added new challenges, including the evolution of pesticide resistance and global warming. Every four years (more or less), the world's entomological community has gathered to discuss these challenges and to mobilize the community's expertise and tools in service to the planet's human population. This volume offers an accurate history of these meetings, including the key people and organizations that have developed the discipline of entomology, and the perspectives and inspirations that have guided the discipline along the way."-- Provided by publisher.

ESA eBooks collection.

Books / Online

English

January 31, 2024

Electronic books.