Brian McCornack

Professor and department head of entomology

Brian McCornack is a professor and department head of entomology in Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture and a co-director of engagement of the Institute for Digital Agriculture and Advanced Analytics (ID3A).

His research and extension programs focus on insect sampling methodologies, ecosystem services and integrated pest management strategies, with emphasis on plant-insect interactions, natural enemies and invasive species. He integrates remote sensing technologies and small, uncrewed aircraft systems to improve pest monitoring and management using computer vision and machine learning. Brian also develops web-based decision support tools and digital delivery methods to support real-time decisions and technology adoption. He holds degrees from Luther College, Michigan State University and the University of Minnesota.