Dr. Kyle G. Koch

Dr. Kyle G. Koch
Assistant Extension Educator
Insect Identification, Insect Training and Diagnostics, Arthropod Species, Citizen Science

We believe in the power of every person.

Faculty Profile

Education

  • B.S. in Biology, Creighton University, Omaha, NE, 2009
  • M.S. in Entomology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2013
  • Ph.D. in Entomology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2017

Professional Responsibilities and Activities

  • - Develop and deliver educational programs and resources to support Nebraska Extension’s statewide issue teams.
    - Provide state-wide, regional, and national leadership in developing rapid and innovative insect diagnostics.
    - Train extension personnel, UNL students, faculty, and staff, and other professionals in new insect diagnostic technologies.
    - Lead and innovate Nebraska’s identification, surveillance, and mapping of invasive and threatening arthropod species, especially those of economic importance.
    - Engage Nebraskans and others in citizen science projects focused on invasive species topics.

Awards and Honors

  • North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture Graduate Student Teaching Award of Merit, 2016
  • Dean’s Fellowship, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE, 2015
  • Milton E. Mohr Research Fellowship, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Center for Biotechnology, Lincoln, NE, 2014
  • Milton E. Mohr Teaching Fellowship, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Center for Biotechnology, Lincoln, NE, 2014
  • Milton E. Mohr Teaching Fellowship, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Center for Biotechnology, Lincoln, NE, 2012
  • North Central Branch Meeting of the Entomological Society of America, Student Competition, Oral 10-minute paper (1st Place), Lincoln, NE, 2012
  • President’s Prize Student Competition at the Annual Meeting of the Entomological Society of America, Reno, NV, 2011

Location

12BB Entomology Hall
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68583-0816

Appointment

100% Extension

Professional Society Memberships

  • Entomology Society of America (ESA)