Lecture: "Knowing Insects, Controlling Insects, and Eating Insects"

Some insects are pests that threaten human food and health. On the other hand, some insects contribute to agriculture, industry, and environmental conservation. Furthermore, some insects are the subject of entertainment and art, such as collecting, appreciating, and creating. In the first half of this lecture, we will focus on mites, which are extremely small among insects, and introduce their sophisticated physiology and ecology and the latest research on pest management. In the second half, we will introduce the appeal of edible insects, which may become one of the delicious, fun, healthy, and environmentally friendly food ingredients, and research on their production.

Event outline

Date and time: June 1, 2024 (Sat) 10:30-11:15 (Doors open 10:00)
Location: Shinjuku Gyoen Information Center, 2nd floor lecture room
　　　Shinjuku Gyoen User Guide (Ministry of the Environment website)
Target: 5th grade and above
Capacity: 50 people
Co-organized by Tokyo University of Agriculture Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology and Shinjuku Gyoen Management Office, Ministry of the Environment

Application

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If there is capacity, we will accept participation on the day.

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Advance applications are now closed (16:30 on May 30, 2024).
We have some space available, so we will also accept same-day reservations.