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News

A graphical illustration of N. biwakoensis on corn plants by Tiana Litwak
January 28, 2026
A study led by Dr. Andrea Glassmire found that an invasive scale insect concentrates on lower stems of wetland grasses, showing how plant chemistry shapes its spread and informing future management efforts.
Dr. Andrea Glassmire headshot
August 13, 2024
The Michigan State University Plant Resilience Institute is excited to announce the hiring of Dr. Andrea Glassmire as an Assistant Professor, effective January 2025. Dr. Glassmire will hold joint appointments in the departments of Entomology and Plant Biology.