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Allison Byrd

Academic Professional


University of Georgia


Area of Expertise

Science Communication

Project Role

Dr. Byrd is part of the socioeconomic team. She is also responsible for website design and maintenance, thinking of creative ways to digitally share the project's research findings with viticulturists and wine drinkers.

Research Bio

Dr. Byrd is passionate about exploring the relationship dimensions between science and the public, specifically related to culture and communication. Her research interests focus on understanding how individuals’ cultural characteristics and personal experiences influence their interpretation of scientific information surrounding the food system.

Spotted Lanternfly on a grape vine illustration

Managing Spotted Lanternfly and Tree of Heaven is made possible by USDA-ARS Areawide Program #8080-21000-001-00D.

Contact Information:

Appalachian Fruit Research Station

2217 Wiltshire Road

Kearneysville, WV 25430

Research Partners:

USDA-ARS

​Penn State University

Rutgers University

Virginia Tech

University of Georgia

University of Minnesota

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