Jade Kochanski
PhD Candidate - Gratton Lab
567 Moore Hall
1575 Linden Drive
Madison, WI 53705

Education
M.S. in Entomology (2020), University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.S. in Entomology and Environmental Studies (2016), University of Wisconsin – Madison
Research Interests
Broadly, I am interested in the ecology and conservation of beneficial insects, in particular insect pollinators. More specifically, I am interested in bumble bee life history, nesting habitat, and their responses to local- and landscape- factors such as prairie restoration and how these insects intersect with people’s lives. My goal is to answer scientific questions through interdisciplinary collaborations and to make the research accessible and relevant to more than just the scientific community. Therefore, I aim to actively integrate racial justice, diversity, equity, inclusion, outreach, and mentorship into my research.
Personal Interests
Cooking Korean and Vietnamese food, casual running, advocating for racial justice and equity, debating politics, painting, drawing, XC skiing, crocheting constantly, macro photography, good TV, science fiction, traveling to see friends and family.
Wray, A.K., Peery, M.Z., Jusino, M.A., Kochanski, J.M., Banik, M.T., Palmer J.M., Lindner, D.L., Gratton, C. 2020. Predator preference and prey abundance influence dietary composition in arthropodivorous bats. Molecular Ecology; 00:1-19. https://doi.org/10.1111/mec.15769
- ENT468 – Field Studies in Entomology (Educational Assistant) | Summer 2016
- ZOO152 – Introductory Biology Lab (TA) | Spring 2019 & 2021
- ZOO152 – Introductory Biology Discussion (TA) | Fall 2019