Research by members of our group centers broadly on the systematics and evolution of insects. Although our taxa, systems, and interests vary, most themes in the group emphasize revisionary systematics and global surveys of aquatic insects (particularly beetles) that are able to inform the evolutionary histories (morphological and ecological) of these groups as well as contribute to water quality assessment.

Among other ongoing projects, the Lab is leading an international team of investigators in surveying the aquatic insects of Venezuela, with Coleoptera as our signature taxon. You can find out more about this project by clicking on the project link at left in the navigation bar.