 
Professor of Entomology and Entomologist, Emeritus (Retired July 2017)
Citrus and Avocado pest management, biological control, chemical control, pesticide resistance management, phytosanitary security and risk analysis.
2012-  Elected Fellow, Entomological Society of America
2012-  Albert G. Salter Memorial Award, California Citrus Quality Council
2011 - Entomology Foundation Award for Excellence in Integrated Pest Management 
2010 - Award of Honor, California Avocado Society 
2006 - Art Schroeder Memorial Award, California Avocado Society 
2006 - Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science 
2005 - Award of Excellence, Citrus Research Board