The fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda Smith) is a polyphagous pest that causes significant damage to turf and cereal crops across the globe. Recently, the larvae were found to contain high levels of the plant hormones that are capable of affecting plant defense responses. In this webinar, I will be discussing my research showing how sequestration modified by gut microbes acts as a mechanism for plant hormone acquisition.

Adam Scherr is a researcher at Penn State University working with Dr. Mônica Kersch-Becker. Currently, his research focuses on the effect of prescribed burns on insect and microbial communities. He received his bachelor’s degree from University of Delaware and his master’s degree from Penn State.

Via ZOOM ONLY – this is NOT a hybrid meeting, but a virtual-only event.