Aim
The young IOBC-WPRS commission aims to inspire young scientists in the fields of biological pest control and Integrated Pest Management, by introducing them to our IOBC community and all the opportunities that come with it (network, collaborations and exchanges, conferences…).
Structure
This commission consists of 2 members: Sophie Le Hesran (convenor) and Bruno Gobin (liaison). They both do research in the field of biological pest control in ornamental and vegetable crops, in the Netherlands and Belgium respectively.
Activities
We are currently organizing the first IOBC PhD symposium on biological control of arthropod pests and plant diseases, in collaboration with researchers from the Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA, Cabrils, Spain). This symposium will take place at IRTA from 22nd to 25th April 2024. Our objective is to bring together 20 PhD students from different countries who work on biological control so that they have the opportunity to share their research, exchange ideas with other PhD students and experienced researchers and professionals, and expand their international network in the field of biological control.
Achievements
22-25 April 2024: The first IOBC PhD Symposium will take place at IRTA (Cabrils, Spain). This event will gather PhD students who work on Biological Control of Arthropod Pests and Plant Diseases.
Aim
Details will follow.
Sophie LE HESRAN is currently convenor ad interim until a new WG convenor has been elected.