Jessica L. Ware

Genomics and CT imaging reveal diversity in silk genes and gland morphology of webspinners

Abstract Webspinners (Insecta: Embioptera) are an unusual insect order that are known for their subsocial behavior and prolific silk-production. Due to their unique foreleg silk glands, and spider-like ability to produce silk throughout their entire life cycle, webspinners are hy...

Insects’ contributions to people: ecosystem services and functions provided by insects

Abstract With an estimated 10 million species, insects are central to nearly every terrestrial and freshwater ecosystem, driving ecological processes that support core ecosystem functions and the services derived from them. We review the contributions insects make to people, with...