Profile

Dr. Mark Winston
Affiliation
Simon Fraser UniversityAcademy or College
Academy of ScienceYear Elected
2003Website URL
http://winstonhive.com/Areas of Interest
Apiculture, agricultural policy, genetically modified crops, pest management, dialogue
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Mark Winston excels at both science and public communication of scientific concepts and controversy. He has pioneered research on honey bee demographics, swarming, division of labor and "killer" bees. His award-winning studies that elucidate how the queen uses her mandibular gland pheromone to control her retinue of workers have led to new products that enhance pollination and calm worker bees for international shipment. He is a prolific contributor to scientific journals. His recent writings on environmental issues and science policy have culminated in two highly acclaimed books, "Nature Wars: People versus Pests" and "Travels in the Genetically Modified Zone."
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Mark Winston has pioneered research on honeybee demographics, swarming, division of labour and "killer" bees. His award-winning studies that elucidate how the queen uses her mandibular gland pheromone to control her retinue of workers have led to new products that enhance pollination and calm worker bees for international shipment.