Entomology Careers in Research. This work includes such phases of entomology as studying and understanding the anatomy, habits, life histories, physiology, and classification of insects and investigating various types of chemical and biological controls. More and more basic information is required to supply answers to complex questions and problems about insects. Taxonomists identify unknown insects for themselves and for other researchers. These entomologists are also found on staffs at museums and institutions where insect collections are maintained.
Most entomologists maintain an expert interest in some particular group of insects.
Many of these people write about the habits and life cycle of certain insect groups or prepare identification keys, which are used by teachers and researchers in their work. Developing methods for controlling insect pests is a very important phase of research. Scientists are constantly striving to find ways of applying chemicals with greater efficiency, economy, and safety. State and federal agencies, industry, private research foundations, and other organizations conduct most of this experimentation. Another phase of insect control involves the use of beneficial insects and other organisms that affect insects.