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Edouard Bessette is a PhD student at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Organismal Biology. He focuses on the study of microsporidia, a group of protist parasites, particularly in commercially reared insects. His research aims to provide new genomic data on entomopathogenic protists, highlighting the lack of information on these parasites. Edouard's current project investigates the effects of gregarine parasites on the host species Acheta domesticus, commonly known as the house cricket. His work involves identifying new species of microsporidia and developing tools for their detection. As part of his research, he has produced a comprehensive spreadsheet of microsporidia data and is working on a manuscript detailing the diversity of these protists found in insect hosts. With a background in entomology and molecular diagnostics, Edouard has contributed to various research projects, including studies on the behavior of Anopheles gambiae mosquitoes and the effects of densoviruses on Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. His collaborations span several countries and he has published findings in notable scientific circles.
Institut Pierre Richet, Institute of Research for Development • Bouaké, Côte d'Ivoire
Conducted behavioral surveys of human exposure to Anopheles gambiae bites and analyzed data collected.
Institute of Research for Development • Montpellier, France
Preliminary studies on the pathogenic effects of Densoviruses in the context of developing biocontrol tools for Aedes albopictus.
French Agency Food, Environmental Occupational Health & Safety • Montpellier, France
Participated in monitoring Xylella fastidiosa transmission and managed insect collections.
Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.