Michael F. Potter, Ph.D. Extension Professor, Urban Entomology Program University of Kentucky-Lexington

 

Dr. Potter’s work in 2006 documented bedbug resistance to many modern-day insecticides. He collaborates with pest control firms to establish bedbug test colonies and field sites for study of this important public health pest. A frequent industry speaker, writer and educator, he heads a research and education program to provide information about pests to homeowners, businesses and pest management professionals.