Publications by authors named "Alyssa M Piccolomini"
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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Alyssa M Piccolomini"
- Alyssa M Piccolomini's research primarily investigates the toxicity of commonly used insecticides, particularly pyrethroids, on non-target insect species, including the alfalfa leafcutting bee (Megachile rotundata) and the convergent lady beetle (Hippodamia convergens).
- Her studies reveal that current regulatory evaluations, which largely focus on honey bees, may overlook the risks posed to vital pollinators and other beneficial insects exposed to insecticides in agricultural settings.
- Findings indicate that ultra-low-volume applications of insecticides like etofenprox and permethrin can result in significant mortality rates among non-target insects, highlighting the need for improved assessment methods for insecticide impact on a wider range of pollinators.
