Duncan Brown, M.S., is a macroinvertebrate taxonomist specializing in larval Chironomidae (SFS Chironomidae genus Certified March 2023). He received his Master’s degree in Entomology from the University of Delaware in 2019 where he studied the effects of silicon accumulation in corn on health of the fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda). Before joining the Academy of Natural Sciences in 2022, Duncan worked for several seasons with the PA Dept. of Agriculture in their efforts to track the population of the invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula).
Organizational Affiliations
Macro Invertebrates, Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Drexel University
Education
Entomology
MS, University of Delaware (United States, Newark) - UD