Insect Biodiversity Center

Addressing complex issues in insect management and conservation through transdisciplinary partnerships across Penn State and beyond

The Penn State Insect Biodiversity Center advances research, conservation, and innovation related to insect biodiversity by connecting expertise across insect biology, ecology, management, technology development, environmental monitoring, data science, decision support, human dimensions, communication, and education.

Through transdisciplinary collaboration, the Center addresses the biological, environmental, social, economic, and policy factors that shape changes in insect abundance and distribution. This work supports a deeper understanding of insect diversity, promotes conservation strategies that help sustain healthy ecosystems, and informs approaches to reduce the impacts of harmful insect species.

The Insect Biodiversity Center is supported by the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences, the Department of Entomology, the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences, and the Institutes of Energy and the Environment.

About

Learn more about the Insect Biodiversity Center and why insects matter

Academics

Preparing students to advance research, leadership, and public engagement in insect science, biodiversity, and pollinator health

Resources

Explore facilities, specimen repositories, and Penn State units that support insect biodiversity research and collaboration

Huck Core Facilities

The Huck Institutes are committed to advancing research through cutting‑edge technology, with substantial ongoing investment in state‑of‑the‑art core facilities