Posted: April 10, 2026

Join our hybrid, interactive research presentation about mosquitos and their impact on public health. Learn the drivers and barriers of mosquitos in the Peruvian Amazon, as well as Pennsylvania.

Dr. Kara Fikrig

Dr. Kara Fikrig

¡Hablemos de Insectos!

Join our last Hablemos de Agricultura (Let's talk about Agriculture series) of the semester for a special presentation by Dr. Kara Fikrig, Assistant Professor of Entomology. Hosted by the Office of Access and Equity in the College of Agricultural Sciences. 

Dr. Fikrig's research addresses questions at the intersection of entomology and public health, with a focus on understanding the drivers and barriers of mosquito invasions in the Peruvian Amazon and Pennsylvania.

Event Details

Date: Friday, April 24
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Where: Ag Sciences & Industries Bldg. (ASI), Room 324

Virtual option via Zoom.

The presentation and discussion will be conducted in Spanish, but participants of all skill levels are welcome!

For additional questions, contact us at AgAccessEquity@psu.edu.

Dr. Fikrig Entomology Presentation 2026 Flyer