Do Spotted Lanternflies Affect Energy Reserves in Roots More Than in Stems?

Serena Takach

The project is looking at whether spotted lanternfly feeding reduces carbohydrate storage in roots more than it does in stems. This will be done through comparing glucose and starch content in the various tree organs with and without spotted lanternfly feeding. The prediction is that root energy reserves will be more negatively impacted by spotted lanternfly feeding. This prediction is based on the results of unpublished studies.

Major: 
Biology
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
David Eissenstat
Poster Number: 
16479