Professor Salaheddin Abdelsalam Araj
Ecology
About
Holds a PhD from Lincoln University, New Zealand (2007) and an M.Sc. from the University of Jordan (1997).
Expert in Biological Control and Entomology, focusing on the ecology of parasitoids and their hosts.
Renowned for researching how floral diversity and nectar affect the longevity and efficacy of natural enemies in agroecosystems.
Specialized in complex four-trophic level systems, analyzing the dynamics between plants, pests, parasitoids, and hyperparasitoids.
Developed integrated strategies for managing major pests such as Bemisia tabaci, Myzus persicae, and Spodoptera frugiperda .
Conducted pioneering research on the toxicity of nanomaterials against insects as potential eco-friendly alternatives.
Explored the use of entomopathogenic endophytes for pest suppression and their compatibility with other biological control agents.
Investigated the impact of environmental factors and shading techniques on pest populations and crop quality.
A key contributor to international studies regarding the functional structure of natural enemy communities worldwide.
Publication Record: Authored numerous high-impact papers in prestigious journals including Biological Control, BioControl, and Plant Disease.