Question PhD in wasp systematics

Do you have a favorite way to pull wasps out of ethanol?
Do you dream about antennomere measurements?
Do you want to work with species of agricultural or ecological significance?
The Nastasi Lab at University of Nebraska-Lincoln might be the right
fit for your PhD!
I will be starting an insect systematics lab at University of
Nebraska–Lincoln this upcoming academic year! Core
research areas will include molecular systematics (e.g.,
DNA barcoding & UCEs) and taxonomy of parasitic
Hymenoptera, especially those in gall systems.
I am looking to recruit PhD students to begin Fall 2026.
Graduate students in my lab will gain extensive
experience in practical taxonomy, next-generation
molecular phylogenetics, and insect collections.
Desirable qualifications
• Strong undergraduate- or graduate-level research
record in insect systematics
• Wet lab experience including DNA extractions & PCR
• Working knowledge of Hymenoptera morphology
• Experience working with DNA barcodes or UCEs
• Familiarity with insect collections including specimen
preparation and management
More information on my work can be found at
LFNastasi.wordpress.com/
Interested students should reach out to me at
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