BYU Professor Honored with Namesake Nematode Species for Pesticide-Free Pest Control

UC Riverside scientists have discovered a new species of nematode, Steinernema adamsi, which could potentially control crop pests in warm, humid environments without the need for pesticides. These nematodes are part of the Steinernema family and have long been used in agriculture to combat insect parasites. The newly discovered species, named after biologist Byron Adams, has unique features and could offer insights into ecological and evolutionary processes. Researchers hope to further study its properties and potential applications in pest control.