“A great opportunity presented itself with BASF and Jessica's profile matched exactly what we were looking for. Of note, her academic accolades stood out, specifically her impressive involvement with honor's societies, and volunteer work. Outside of being an intelligent Entomologist (which is sufficient for most companies), Jessica brings to the table many important soft skills including communication and diligent follow-up, and she understands the importance of pursuing life-long passions alongside a career. It is not easy taking on new opportunities, but Jessica has made the transition seamlessly and contributes daily to a great team! It has been a pleasure working with Jessica and I look forward to seeing where her path takes her.”
Jessica Ditillo
Entomologist at Syngenta
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
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About
Agricultural entomologist with diverse experience in field, greenhouse, and lab settings working with numerous crop systems. Extensive experience working with pesticide efficacy screening and insect rearing.
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New on Entomology Today: In a new lab study, spotted lanternflies moved toward the source of a nearby 60-hertz vibration. Further field experiments…
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Experience
Education
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North Carolina State University
Master’s Degree Entomology 3.954
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Activities and Societies: Entomological Society of America
Research and studies focused in agricultural entomology. Thesis titled "Effects of Pesticide Programs on Phytoseiulus persimilis in Tomatoes", 2016. Performed bioassays to determine the lethal and reproductive impacts on P. persimilis. Field trials to determine in vivo effects of pesticide programs as well as field surveys monitoring naturalized P. persimilis populations in local commercial tomato production fields.
Effects of Insecticides and Fungicides Commonly Used in Tomato…Research and studies focused in agricultural entomology. Thesis titled "Effects of Pesticide Programs on Phytoseiulus persimilis in Tomatoes", 2016. Performed bioassays to determine the lethal and reproductive impacts on P. persimilis. Field trials to determine in vivo effects of pesticide programs as well as field surveys monitoring naturalized P. persimilis populations in local commercial tomato production fields.
Effects of Insecticides and Fungicides Commonly Used in Tomato Production on Phytoseiulus persimilis (Acari: Phtyoseiidae)
J. L. Ditillo; G. G. Kennedy; J. F. Walgenbach
Journal of Economic Entomology 2016
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St. Mary's College of Maryland
Bachelor’s Degree Biology/Biological Sciences, General 3.455
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Activities and Societies: Beta Beta Beta Honor's Society, St. Mary's Environmental Action Coalition, Sierra Student Coalition, Sustainability Committee, Community Gardening Club, Arboretum Committee
Graduated with a general biology degree focused in ecology. Minored in environmental studies. Completed a senior thesis on "Phytoremediation of Vanadium, Gallium, Cadmium and Lead Using Azolla caroliniana"
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Event coach
NC Science Olympiad
- 3 months
Education
Coached and developed study program for "Backyard Biologists" event for a local elementary school Science Olympiad team.
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Volunteer
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue
- 7 months
Animal Welfare
Regularly hiked with adoptable dogs for the "Outward hound" program.
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English
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Organizations
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Entomological Society of America
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