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Edward D. Walker is a University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Genetics, and Immunology at Michigan State University. He completed his B.A. in 1978 and M.S. in 1979 at Ohio University, followed by a Ph.D. in 1984 at the University of Massachusetts. His research interests focus on microbial mediation of mosquito production and oviposition site selection, investigating the ecological dynamics associated with emerging infectious diseases. He employs landscape risk analysis methodologies to study vector-borne diseases, including Lyme disease, eastern equine encephalomyelitis, West Nile virus, and malaria. Additionally, he explores the interactions between house flies and enteric bacteria, and conducts surveillance on vector-borne diseases through both laboratory and field methodologies, contributing valuable insights into mosquito biology and control strategies.
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