Leonard Elmer Munstermann, PhD
Senior Research Scientist in Epidemiology (Microbial Diseases); Head Curator of Entomology (Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History)
Departments & Organizations
Global Health Initiative: Infectious DiseasesMacMillan Center: Latin American and Iberian Studies
School of Public Health: Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases | Global Health | Parasitology Program
Research Interests
Molecular genetics; insect vectors; phlebotomine sand flies; entomology; phylogeny; taxonomy; speciation
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Education
- Ph.D., University of Notre Dame, 1979
Selected Publication
- Cohnstaedt, L.W., Gillen, J.I., and Munstermann, L.E. (2008). Light-emitting diode technology improves insect trapping. J. Am. Mosq. Contr. Assoc. 24(2): 331-334.
Latest Honor and Recognition
- Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, University of Minnesota, Morris (2004)
Articles
Jan/Feb 2006
New collaboration with museum aims to improve science literacy
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