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## Meet the editors

Dr. Habib Ali, Ph.D., is an assistant professor at Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Pakistan. He graduated with a specialization in Agricultural Entomology from the University of Agriculture in Faisalabad, Pakistan, in 2012. He obtained a Ph.D. in Agricultural Entomology and Insect Pest Control from Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University (FAFU), China, in 2018. He is passionate about

research work and has published various national and international research papers in high-impact journals. He has also edited several books and book chapters. Dr. Ali received the Best International Student of the Year award and the Best Thesis award from the China Scholarship Council (CSC). He was nominated for the 2021 World Scientist Index and awarded a Council of Asian Science editorship. He has attended many international conferences/symposiums/workshops, educational and faculty training, and completed national and international research projects. Moreover, Dr. Ali is a journal editor and reviewer. His areas of research interests include agricultural entomology, molecular entomology, bee health and disease management, crop pests, biological control of pests, microbial symbiosis, *Wolbachia*–infect interaction, biopesticides, biocontrol agents, and integrated pest management.

Dr. Sajid Fiaz is an assistant professor in the Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of Haripur, Pakistan. Dr. Fiaz received his Ph.D. in Crop Genetics and Breeding from the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in 2019. Dr. Fiaz's research interests include marker-assisted selection for agronomic traits, mutation breeding for biotic and abiotic stress resistance, QTL mapping, and genome editing for

yield and quality traits in cereals. Dr. Fiaz is actively supervising undergraduate and post-graduate students. He has been awarded with a Start-Up Research Grant Project from the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan worth 1 million PKR. He has published more than seventy-four research papers, six review articles, and ten book chapters. He is an academic editor for *PLOS One*, guest associate editor for *Frontiers in Plant Sciences*, review editor for *Frontiers in Genetics*, and is editing a special issue of *Plants*. Currently, Dr. Fiaz's lab group is working to identify genetic factors controlling drought stress tolerance in exotic and local landraces of rice.

Dr. Muhammad Bilal Tahir is an assistant professor, department head, the director of a high-tech laboratory, and the director of the Office of Research Innovation and Commercialization, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Pakistan. His research interests include energy and environmental applications, material science and nanotechnology, environmental engineering, and photocatalysis. He is

listed among the top 2% of scientists worldwide. He has published more than 800 research papers on enhanced oil recovery (EOR), renewable energy, alternative fuels, waste-to-energy, catalytic and resource recovery. Dr. Tahir is a guest editor of several special journal issues.

Dr. Adnan Noor Shah obtained a Ph.D. in Agronomy from Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan, China, in 2017. His specializations include plant nutrition, plant–soil interaction, crop physiology, crop cultivation and farming systems, crop ecology, plant abiotic stress responses, plant genomics, and epigenetics. From 2018 to 2019 he was an assistant professor at Gomal University Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan. He completed a post-doctoral fel-

lowship at Anhui Agricultural University, China in 2021. Currently, he is an assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural Engineering, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT), Pakistan. He is an editorial board member for different international and national journals, including *BMC Plant Biology*, *International Journal of Plant Production*, *Functional Plant Biology*, *Frontiers in Plant Science*, *Frontiers in Agronomy*, *Journal of Pure and Applied Agriculture*, and *Agriculture*.

Dr. Basharat Ali is an Assistant Professor of Agronomy at the Department of Agricultural Engineering, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT), Pakistan. He obtained a BSc (Hons) in Agriculture-Agronomy and an MSc (Hons) in Agronomy from the University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan, in 2009 and 2011, respectively. He obtained a Ph.D. in Agronomy from Zhejiang University, China, in 2014.

His specializations include abiotic stress tolerance, plant nutrition, and plant growth regulation. After obtaining his Ph.D., Dr. Ali completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Zhejiang University, China, and an Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) fellowship from the University of Bonn, Germany. Dr. Ali was an assistant professor (IPFP and visiting faculty) in the Department of Agronomy, University of Agriculture Faisalabad from 2018 to 2022. He has published more than 100 journal articles and contributed to several international books.

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**Preface XI**


Preface

In recent years, the field of insect control and pest management has experienced significant advancements and transformations. The increasing challenges posed by insect pests in various sectors, such as agriculture, public health, and urban environments, have necessitated the development of innovative and sustainable solutions. This book, *Insecticides – Advances in Insect Control and Sustainable Pest Management*, provides a comprehensive overview of the latest scientific progress and practical

Insects, with their remarkable diversity and adaptability, play crucial roles in Earth's ecosystems. However, their ability to disrupt human activities and cause economic losses should not be underestimated. Traditional methods of insect control, often reliant on chemical insecticides, have often led to unintended consequences such as environmental pollution, harm to non-target organisms, and the emergence of insecticide resistance. Consequently, there is an urgent need to explore alternative approaches that effectively manage insect pests while minimizing adverse effects on

This book brings together a distinguished group of experts, each contributing their unique perspectives and expertise, to address the multifaceted challenges of insect control. The chapters in this volume encompass a broad range of topics, including insect biology and behavior, innovative insecticide formulations, biopesticides, integrated pest management strategies, and the social, economic, and regulatory dimensions of insecticide usage. By examining current research and successful case studies, readers will gain insights into promising advancements and sustainable practices that

The chapters are organized to provide a comprehensive understanding of insecticides, their modes of action, and their integration into holistic pest management approaches. We delve into the intricacies of insect physiology, genetics, and ecology to illuminate the underlying mechanisms that influence their behavior and adaptations. Furthermore, we explore the development and application of novel chemical compounds, biological agents, and cutting-edge technologies that have the potential to revolutionize insect control and reduce reliance on traditional insecticides.

We recognize that insect control is a dynamic field, continuously yielding new discoveries. Therefore, this book serves as a foundation for further exploration and innovation in insect control and sustainable pest management. Our hope is that the knowledge shared within these pages will inspire researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to collaborate and develop effective strategies that protect our crops,

We extend our sincere appreciation to all the contributors who have generously shared their expertise and insights to make this book possible. Their collective efforts

safeguard public health, and conserve our precious ecosystems.

applications within this rapidly evolving field.

the environment and human health.

are shaping the future of insect control.
