Entomological Society of Canada – Fellows

Entomological Society of Canada Fellowships are bestowed by the Society to recognize members for their major contributions to entomology via research, teaching, application, and (or) administration. This year the society recognizes three new fellows.

Rosemarie (Rose) De Clerck-Floate

Rose has been a Research Scientist in Weed Biological Control at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada at the Lethbridge Research and Development Centre since 1992. She has used her strong background in entomology, botany and the interface between the two sciences to become recognized as an international leader in importation biological control of weeds. Importation biological control is an applied science that requires a huge spectrum of skills and knowledge ranging from pure ecological theory to working with regulators and international colleagues to engaging end users such as ranchers and land managers. Rose has successfully led petitions for regulatory approval for release of three successful biological control insects. Her research program, which includes pre- and post-release research, has led to the suppression of a major rangeland invasive weed (houndstongue) in western Canada and work continues on other priority weeds. Rose was the lead author on the 2006 Government of Canada publication “Guide for the Importation and Release of Arthropod Biological Control Agents in Canada” and second author on the 2017 update of this publication. Besides her specific research, Rose has been generous in giving her time and energy to advance entomology in Canada. Rose was an ESC Director-at-Large in 2004-2006, and served as Chair of the Student Awards Committee (2004-2006), of the Membership Committee (2016-2018), and in the 4-year cycle of ESC Executive (2010-2014; President in 2013). She also was active in her regional entomological community, serving as President of the Entomological Society of Alberta in 2008, and has helped contribute to the next generation of insect enthusiasts through the training and mentorship of many graduate (10) and undergraduate students.

Terry Galloway

Terry’s Ph.D. defense may have been his job interview, as he was hired as a professor of livestock entomology at the end of his Ph.D. at the University of Manitoba in 1977. During his 36 years in the position, Terry taught over 30 different courses. Anyone who has had the pleasure of sitting in one of his lectures can attest to his skill; no matter what the topic, Terry will reel you in. His teaching excellence was recognized with 10 teaching awards, including three merit awards and two fellowships in New Zealand. Terry also supervised or co-supervised 20 graduate students and served on more than 120 graduate student advisory committees. His enthusiasm is contagious, and he is always available, regardless of the constraints of his own schedule, to help a student or provide advice to a colleague. In addition to fostering an interest in entomology in countless students, Terry has a long history of mentoring amateur entomologists of all ages and has been an inspiration to those who chose a path in education. Terry held many positions with the Entomological Society of Manitoba, including that of President. Perhaps even more noteworthy is his 20-year tenure as Editor of the Proceedings of the Entomological Society of Manitoba (2001-2021), now an open access online journal indexed by major search engines. Terry was made Honorary Member of the Entomological Society of Manitoba in 2021.

Bob Lamb

Bob’s contributions to entomology started early in his graduate career, working on the effect of photoperiod and temperature on aphids for his MSc and on the life history and dispersal of the introduced European earwig for his PhD. Bob joined the Agriculture Canada Research Station in Winnipeg in 1978 as a Research Scientist studying insect pests of canola. During his 25-year career at Agriculture Canada, Bob’s very successful research program focused on the ecology of agricultural pests without losing sight of the practical applications. For example, his research in plant resistance to insects led to the development of techniques for screening canola seedlings for resistance to flea beetle attacks. One of his major contributions at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada was as the entomologist working in collaboration with wheat breeders to incorporate resistance to the orange blossom wheat midge. This bold project was a success and now this trait is incorporated into all major Western wheat cultivars. More notably, he pushed to have a susceptible refuge in all resistant varieties sold to producers to ensure that the resistance to wheat midge would be retained for years to come. The mixture of susceptible and resistant seeds in the product sold to producers was a first in Canada. This work has generated $300 million in profits for Canadian producers as a result of increased wheat yields and fewer insecticide applications. Bob is also a long-time participant in the affairs of the Entomological Society of Canada and his regional affiliate, the Entomological Society of Manitoba. He has served on multiple ESC committees, including six years on the Publications Committee and the Heritage Committee where he sits currently. He served as Regional Director (1997-2001) and was President of the ESC (2004-2005) and the Entomological Society of Manitoba (2012-2013).