CAREER: From Molecules to Mates: Deciphering the Language of Pheromone Communication in In — NSF Award to Harvard University (MA,
Insects act as harmful pests that spread disease, but they are also vital for growing crops. Because of this, insects deeply affect human health and wealth. Many insects find their mates using airborne chemical signals called pheromones. These signals are often unique to a single species, and insects need them to repro
| Award title | CAREER: From Molecules to Mates: Deciphering the Language of Pheromone Communication in In |
|---|---|
| Award ID | 2542982 |
| Awardee | Harvard University |
| City | CAMBRIDGE |
| State | MA |
| Amount obligated | $1,143,741 |
| Principal investigator | Josefina del Marmol |
| Program | Molecular Biosciences |
| Start date | 06/01/2026 |
| Abstract | Insects act as harmful pests that spread disease, but they are also vital for growing crops. Because of this, insects deeply affect human health and wealth. Many insects find their mates using airborne chemical signals called pheromones. These signals are often unique to a single species, and insects need them to reproduce. Blocking these chemical signals is a promising way to manage insect populations. Rather than using broad bug sprays, disrupting their mating is precise and safe for the envir |
| Source | NSF Awards |
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