Fund for Scientific Research (FNRS), Brussels, Belgium

The Royal Entomological Society has expanded its former Aphid Special Interest Group to cover all hemipterans and is delighted to be working with the Aphid Research Network BAPOA, supported by INRAE, the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment, on this joint event.

Too often, specialists work in isolation from others with whom they have much in common. All hemipterans have piercing mouthparts. Species from many families transmit plant viruses. On the other hand, they are hugely diverse. Some feed on plants, others on animals. They live on land, fresh water and even in the sea. Some are abundant pests, some are of conservation concern. Understanding commonalities and differences in terms of evolution, ecology, behaviour, physiology and systematics leads to improvements in practical outcomes.

Come and share your latest findings from the population to the molecular level and absorb those of others. Becoming more of a generalist can advance your specialism!

Keynote speakers:

Prof. Thierry Hance, Université de Louvain-la-Neuve 

Prof.  Saskia Hogenhout , John Innes Center

Dr Emmanuelle Jousselin, INRAE CBGP Montpellier 

Further details of how to register for the event and submit an abstract will be available soon, along with a full programme and sponsorship opportunities.