Lambert H. B. Kanga is a scientist specializing in biological control, invasive species management, toxicology, pathology, and agricultural engineering. His work focuses on developing sustainable and integrated pest management strategies for agricultural and environmental systems, with an emphasis on ecological balance and long-term pest suppression.

His research integrates biological, chemical, and engineering approaches to address invasive species threats, improve crop protection systems, and evaluate the environmental and toxicological impacts of pest control methods. He also contributes to advancing integrated pest management (IPM) frameworks that support sustainable agriculture and ecosystem health.

Areas of Interest

• Biological Control
• Invasive Species Management
• Toxicology
• Pathology
• Agricultural Engineering
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Education

Ph.D. in Entomology / Agricultural Entomology

University of California, Davis, USA

M.S. in Agricultural Sciences / Pest Management

Texas A&M University, USA

B.S. in Biology / Agriculture

University of Nairobi, Kenya

Professional Experience

Professor & Research Scientist (2022 – Present)

University of Florida, USA

• Leads research in biological control and invasive insect species management
• Develops integrated pest management strategies for agricultural systems
• Conducts toxicological and environmental safety assessments of pest control agents
• Supervises graduate students and interdisciplinary research projects

Associate Research Scientist (2016 – 2021)

University of California, Davis, USA

• Worked on invasive species ecology and biological control programs
• Conducted pest-pathogen interaction studies
• Evaluated microbial and chemical control agents for pest management

Postdoctoral Researcher (2013 – 2016)

Texas A&M University, USA

• Focused on agricultural engineering applications in pest management
• Developed sustainable IPM systems for crop protection
• Conducted field and laboratory experiments on insect pests

Research Fellow (2009 – 2012)

International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), Kenya

• Worked on biological control of agricultural pests
• Conducted field surveys on invasive insect species
• Supported development of eco-friendly pest control methods

Research Focus

Lambert H. B. Kanga’s research focuses on interdisciplinary pest management solutions combining biology, ecology, and engineering approaches:

• Biological control of agricultural and invasive pests
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system design
• Toxicological assessment of pest control agents
• Pest-pathogen and host–insect interactions
• Agricultural engineering applications in pest management
• Sustainable crop protection strategies

Academic Accomplishments & Awards

• Outstanding Research Contribution Award, University of Florida (2023)
• Excellence in Integrated Pest Management Research Award, UC Davis (2019)
• International Fellowship in Agricultural Sciences, Texas A&M University (2014–2016)
• Research Excellence Grant, ICIPE Kenya (2011)
• Best Applied Entomology Paper Award, International Pest Management Conference (2018)

Research Projects & Resources

• National IPM Program on Invasive Species Control
• USDA-funded Biological Control Development Project
• Global Invasive Pest Monitoring Initiative
• Sustainable Agricultural Engineering for Pest Management Project
• Microbial Pesticide Evaluation Program

Extension & Outreach Activities

Integrated Pest Management Training Program

Provides training for farmers and agricultural professionals on sustainable pest control practices.

Major Topics Covered

• Biological control techniques
• Invasive species monitoring
• Safe pesticide use and alternatives
• Agricultural pest diagnostics
• Sustainable farming practices

Additional Programs

• Field demonstrations on IPM implementation
• Workshops on agricultural pest management technologies
• Community outreach on invasive species awareness

Courses Taught

• Biological Control of Insects
• Invasive Species Ecology
• Integrated Pest Management
• Agricultural Entomology
• Pest Toxicology and Environmental Safety
• Agricultural Engineering Applications in Pest Control

Professional Profiles

• Google Scholar
• ResearchGate
• ORCID
• LinkedIn (Academic Profile)

Contact Information

Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology

University of Florida, USA
Attention to: Dr. Lambert H. B. Kanga
1881 Natural Area Drive
Gainesville, FL 32611

Email: lambert.kanga@famu.edu