Dr. Dalila HAOUAS | Entomologie | Women Researcher Award
Enseignant- chercheur, Ecole Supérieure d’Agriculture du Kef, Tunisia
Dr. Dalila Haouas, born on January 21, 1976, in M’saken, Tunisia, is a dedicated scientist specializing in Agronomic Sciences with a focus on Plant Protection and Environment. She currently serves as a Maître Assistante in Entomology at the Ecole Supérieure d’Agriculture du Kef, Tunisia. Renowned for her contributions to insect population dynamics and biological pest control, Dr. Haouas has established herself as a leader in her field. Her work bridges the gap between academic research and practical agricultural applications, ensuring sustainable crop protection. 
Publication Profile
Education
Dr. Haouas earned her doctorate in Agronomic Sciences, specializing in Plant Protection and Environment, from the Institut Supérieur Agronomique (ISA) of Chott Mariem. Her advanced training in analytical chemistry and natural substances further refined her expertise, with hands-on experience in Pisa, Italy, focusing on essential oils and natural insecticides. 
Experience
Dr. Haouas has extensive experience in teaching and research. As a Maître Assistante at ESA Kef, she leads academic and applied studies in entomology. Her work includes coordinating impactful projects, such as the ESAK/CRDAKef initiative, which aims to valorize research outcomes for controlling harmful insects and cryptogamic diseases. Her global exposure through training in Italy enhanced her skills in identifying and utilizing natural insecticides. 
Awards and Honors
Dr. Haouas has received recognition for her significant contributions to agriculture and entomology. She was a moderator for the 2nd Africa-International Allelopathy Congress (2016) and actively collaborates in research and development projects, promoting sustainable agricultural practices. 
Research Focus
Dr. Haouas’s research focuses on the population dynamics of pest insects and biological pest control using plant extracts. She has contributed to understanding cereal aphid species, olive tree pests, and emerging insect threats in Tunisia. Her work is at the forefront of using sustainable and natural approaches to manage agricultural pests. 
Conclusion
Dr. Dalila Haouas is a visionary scientist and educator dedicated to sustainable agriculture and pest management. Her expertise in entomology, coupled with her commitment to bridging research and practice, makes her an invaluable asset to the agricultural community in Tunisia and beyond. 
Publications
Cereal aphid species: Their natural enemies and efficiency of Lysiphlebus testaceipes to control Rhopalosiphum maidis. EPPO Bulletin, 54, 369–380. DOI:10.1111/epp.13050
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Recent data on the biology and population dynamics of Oulema hoffmannseggii and its parasitoids. International Journal of Pest Management. DOI:10.1080/09670874.2024.2437470
Cited by: Article to be updated upon indexing.
First record of Heterotrioza chenopodii in Tunisia. Bulletin OEPP/EPPO Bulletin, 51, 296–298. DOI:10.1111/epp.13050
Cited by: 3 articles.
Pollinia pollini infesting olive trees: A first record in Tunisia. Bulletin OEPP/EPPO Bulletin, 50(1), 201–202. DOI:10.1111/epp.13050
Cited by: 2 articles.
Occurrence of new case-bearer on cereals, Coleophora perplexella. Shilap-Revista De Lepidopterologia, 47(186), 251–259.
Cited by: 5 articles.
