Disseminating research findings through peer-reviewed journals is an essential responsibility for scientists. However, to truly create a meaningful impact, scientists must also be proficient in communicating science to a broader audience. That’s why the bug lab make’s it a priority to provide accessible interpretations of scientific concepts through popular science or science translations. Links are provided alongside many of my scholarly articles. By bridging the gap between complex research and the general public, I strive to promote scientific literacy and ensure that valuable knowledge reaches a wider audience, fostering a greater understanding and appreciation for the wonders of scientific exploration.

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PAPERS IN PEER-REVIEWED JOURNALS

(* denotes students mentored in research projects)

Poulos, K.E., Y. Muñoz, M. Palmer, B.S. Brodie. 2025. Investigation of plant associations with the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) across developmental stages using iNaturalist photos from New York. Journal of Agricultural and Urban Entomology. (Featured in BioOne complete’s Top and Trending Research, July 2025)

Mirea, M.D., I.V. Miu, V.D. Popescu, B.S. Brodie, S. Chiriac, and L. Rozylowicz. 2024. Priority conservation areas for protected Saproxylic beetles in Romania under current and future climate scenarios. Biodiversity and Conservation. DOI: 10.1007/s10531-024-02898-7.

Walsh*, W., M.Q. Duffner*, A. Pasternak*, B.S. Brodie and K. Johnson. 2023. Influence of polarized light, disruptive visual patterns, and chemical cues on oviposition in the aquatic midge Chironomus riparius (Diptera: Chironomidae). Environmental Entomology, https://doi.org/10.1093/ee/nvad116

Blakeman, E.*, A.B. Wilson*, S. Romer*, E. Olin*, C. Scott, V. Popescu and B.S. Brodie. 2023. Passively crowdsourcing images online for measuring wide-scale fly (Diptera) floral interactions and biodiversity. Journal of Pollination Ecology. 35(11), 2023, pp 180-193. DOI: 10.26786/1920-7603(2023)724. Article PDF. Lay summary.

Sudnick*, M., B.S. Brodie, K. Williams. 2021. Nature versus nurture: Structural equation modeling indicates that parental care does not mitigate consequences of poor environmental conditions.  Journal of Ecology and Evolution. DOI: 10.1002/ece3.8207

Mirea, M.D., S. Manolache, C.M. Pioarca-Ciocanea, A. Nita, I.V. Miu, V.D. Popescu, B.S. Brodie, M. I. Dragomir, I. Militaru, S. Chiriac, L. Rozylowicz. 2021. Conservation of saproxylic beetles in the Carpathians. Research Ideas and Outcomes. 7: e63874. doi: 10.3897/rio.7.e63874

Yan*, G., S. Liu, A.C. Schlink, G.R. Flematti, B.S. Brodie, B. Bohman, J.C. Greeff, P.E. Vercoe, J. Hu, & G.B. Martin. 2019. Volatiles from Merino fleece evoke antennal and behavioural responses in the Australian sheep blow fly Lucilia cuprina. Medical and Veterinary Entomology. 33, 491–497. DOI: 10.1111/mve.12383

Brodie, B.S., V.D. Popescu, R. Iosif, C. Ciocanea, S. Manolache, G. Vanau, A.A. Gavrilidis, R. Serafim, & L. Rozylowicz. 2019. Implementing rapid and non-lethal surveys of longicorn beetle communities using generic pheromone lures and occupancy methods.  Ecological Indicators. 101, 330-340. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecolind.2019.01.038 Popsci – Ohio Forum.

Yan*, G., A.C. Shlink, B.S. Brodie, J. Hu, G. Martin.  2019. The effects of different diets and long-term laboratory rearing on reproduction, behavior and morphology of Lucilia cuprina (Wiedemann). Journal of Medical Entomology. 56(3): 665-670. https://doi.org/10.1093/jme/tjy219

Brodie, B.S., A. Renyard*, S. Ogilvie*, J. Avery*, H. Zhai, R. Gries, and G. Gries. 2018. Multi-modal communication of the skunk cabbage beetle, Pelecomalium testaceum (Family Staphylinidae). Arthropod – Plant Interactions. 12:591–599. DOI: doi.org/10.1007/s11829-018-9607-z

Yan*, G., S. Liu, A. Schlink, G. Flematti, B.S. Brodie, B. Bohman, J. C. Greeff, P.E. Vercoe, J. Hu, and G.B. Martin. 2018. Behavior and electrophysiological response of Lucilia cuprina (Diptera: Calliphoridae) to carrion-associated compounds. Journal of Economic Entomology. 11(4):1958-1965. DOI: 10.1093/jee/toy115

Takacs S., A.E. Musso, R. Gries, E. Rozenberg, J.H. Borden, B.S. Brodie, and G. Gries. 2017. New engineered food baits for trapping house mice, black rats and brown rats. Applied Animal Behavior Science. 200: 130-135. DOI:10.1016/j.applanim.2017.11.011

Eichorn*, C.E., M.G. Hrabar, E.C. Van Ryn*, B.S. Brodie, A.J. Blake and G.J. Gries. 2017. How flies are flirting on the fly. BMC BIOLOGY. 15:2. (F1000 Prime Recommended) Popsci – Science Daily
DOI: 10.1186/s12915-016-0342-6
URL: http://www.biomedcentral.com/1741-7007/15/2

Brodie, B.S., T. Babcock*, R. Gries, A. Benn*, and G. Gries. 2015. Acquired smell? Mature females of the common green bottle flies shift semiochemical preference from feces feeding sites to carrion oviposition sites. Journal of Chemical Ecology. 42(1): 40-50. DOI: 10.1007/s10886-015-0658-7

Brodie, B.S., M. Smith*, J. Lawrence*, and G. Gries. 2015. Effects of floral scent, color and pollen on foraging decisions and ovary development of the common green bottle flies. PloS ONE 10(12): e0145055. DOI:10.1371/journal.pone.0145055

Brodie, B.S., W. H. L. Wong*, S. L. Vanlaerhoven, and G. Gries. 2015. Is aggregated oviposition by the blow flies Lucilia sericata and Phormia regina (Diptera: Calliphoridae) pheromone-mediated? Insect Science 22(5): 651-660. DOI: 10.1111/1744-7917.12160

Brodie, B.S., R. Gries, A. Martins*, S. Vanlaerhoven, and G. Gries. 2014. Bimodal cue complex signifies suitable oviposition sites to gravid females of the common green bottle fly. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata. 153(2): 114-127. DOI: 10.1111/eea.12238 Popsci

Brodie, B.S., J.D. Wickham, and S.A. Teale. 2012. The effect of sex and maturation on cuticular semiochemicals of Monochamus scutellatus (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae). The Canadian Entomologist. 144(6): 801-808.

Popescu, D.V, B.S. Brodie, M. L. Hunter, and J. D. Zydlewski. 2012. Use of olfactory cues by newly metamorphosed wood frogs (Lithobates sylvaticus) during emigration. Copeia. (6): 424-431. 

In Preparation

Sudnick*, M., K. Williams and B. S. Brodie. Inhibited bird blow fly, Protocalliphora spp. (Diptera: Calliphoridae), parasitism in purple martin nests with altered emission and reflection of light. In preparation for the Journal of Applied Entomology.

Duffner*, M.Q., M. Bickel*, M. Lucas, E. Stinaff, K. Johnson, and B.S. Brodie.  Swarming midge flies use visual signals reflecting off their wings for attracting conspecifics from a distance.  In preparation for Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata.

PATENT

Gries, G.J., M.G. Hrabar, L.C. Stepanovic, C.E. Eichorn, E.C. VanRyn, B.S. Brodie, A.J. Blake, R. Thandi. Systems and methods for attracting insects by simulating wing flash. PCT patent application filed 04 Nov 2016. PCT/US16/60708, docket no. 41950-0002.

BLOG POSTS & PROFESSIONAL ARTICLES

Mirea, M.D. S. Manolache, C.M. Pioarca-Ciocanea, A. Nita, I.V. Miu, V. D. Popescu, B.S. Brodie, M.I. Dragomir, I. Militaru, S. Chiriac, L. Rozylowicz. 2021. Conservation of saproxylic beetles in the Carpathians. Research Ideas and Outcomes. 7:e63874. DOI10.3897/rio.7.e63874.

Brodie, B.S. Let’s have a chat about the birds and… flies? The Ohio University College of Arts and Sciences Forum. May 6, 2019. https://www.ohio-forum.com/2019/05/lets-have-a-chat-about-the-birds-and-flies/

Brodie, B.S. OHIO Undergraduate Researchers Rock the Insect World.  The Ohio University College of Arts and Sciences Forum. Dec 4, 2019. https://www.ohio-forum.com/2019/12/ohio-undergraduate-researchers-rock-the-insect-world/

Brodie, B.S and Popescu, D.V. Biologist lure long horned beetles to diversity study in Romania. The Ohio University College of Arts and Sciences Forum. Feb 3, 2019. https://www.ohio-forum.com/2019/02/biologists-lure-long-horned-beetles-to-diversity-study-in-romania/

Brodie, B.S. OHIO researchers called upon to solve midge fly infestation in Ohio wastewater treatment plants. The Ohio University College of Arts and Sciences Forum.  August 26, 2018. https://www.ohio-forum.com/2018/08/ohio-researchers-called-upon-to-solve-midge-fly-infestation-in-ohio-waste-water-treatment-plants/ (Re-posted in Phys.org here.)

Brodie, B.S. 2015. A tale of two stinks! How blow flies locate feces and carrion. Entomological Society of Canada Bulletin. 47(1): 12-15. PDF

Brodie, B.S. 2016. Migration patterns for a family with no country – and a landing at OHIO. The Ohio University College of Arts and Sciences Forum. https://www.ohio-forum.com/2016/02/migration-patterns-for-a-family-with-no-country-and-a-landing-at-ohio/

Brodie, B.S. 2015. The case of the mysterious Mesosa longicorn beetle. Entomology Today. http://entomologytoday.org/2015/09/30/the-case-of-the-mysterious-mesosa-longicorn-beetle/

Brodie, B.S. 2014. The Romanian tarantula. Entomological Society of Canada Blog http://escsecblog.com/2014/05/02/the-romanian-tarantula-lycosa-singoriensis-lexmann-1770/ (The number one most viewed post for the Entomological Society of Canada with over 5k views!)