Dr. Kyle G. Koch

Dr. Kyle G. Koch
Assistant Extension Educator
Insect Identification, Insect Training and Diagnostics, Arthropod Species, Citizen Science
402-472-4687 (Fax)

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)