insects

Pioneering scientist reflects on distinguished career

Véronique LaCapra — Thu, 03 May 2012 22:26:08 +0000

Biologist Edward O. Wilson is an emeritus University Research Professor at Harvard. Through his life-long research on the behavior of ants, he has transformed the disciplines of ecology and evolution, developing new theories and pioneering the field of sociobiology.

The arrival of early spring weather

Rehman Tungekar — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:24:00 +0000

Watch the show and join the conversation on the Intersection website.

Insects deal with unusually warm temperatures

Véronique LaCapra — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:16:12 +0000

This year's mild winter and early spring has plants flowering and putting out leaves about three weeks sooner than usual. Some insects are out early too, but that may not mean it's time to stock up on extra bug spray.