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INSECTFRASS project is hosted by
Democritus University of Thrace

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  • Democritus University of Thrace
  • Benaki Phytopathological Institute
  • ΚU Leuven
  • Universita Di Torino
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The research project is implemented in the framework of H.F.R.I call “3rd Call for H.F.R.I.’s Research Projects to Support Faculty Members & Researchers” (H.F.R.I. Project Number: 23673).

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INSECTFRASS is funded by the Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation (HFRI).
INSECTFRASS participated in the E-NICHE Chemical E INSECTFRASS participated in the E-NICHE Chemical Ecology Hackathon 2026, held on 11–12 May 2026, at the Eugenides Foundation in Athens, Greece. Dr. Maria Athanasiadou, member of the INSECTFRASS team, pitched our project, highlighting its contribution to sustainable solutions in chemical ecology and sustainable agriculture. #INSECTFRASS #ENICHE #Hackathon2026 #ChemicalEcology #Innovation
Meet one of our main players: 𝘼𝙢𝙗𝙡𝙮𝙨𝙚𝙞𝙪𝙨 𝙨𝙬𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙞✨ Meet one of our main players: 𝘼𝙢𝙗𝙡𝙮𝙨𝙚𝙞𝙪𝙨 𝙨𝙬𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙞✨ One of nature’s most effective allies in biological control. #IPM #BiologicalControl #SustainableAgriculture
Meet one of our main players: 𝙋𝙝𝙮𝙩𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙞𝙪𝙡𝙪𝙨 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙢𝙞 Meet one of our main players: 𝙋𝙝𝙮𝙩𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙞𝙪𝙡𝙪𝙨 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙨✨ A specialized predator and one of the most effective natural enemies of spider mites. #IPM #BiologicalControl #Research
Meet one of our main players: 𝘼𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙨 𝙡𝙮𝙘𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙞✨ Meet one of our main players: 𝘼𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙨 𝙡𝙮𝙘𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙞✨ Tiny, but capable of causing significant damage to tomato crops. #Research #TomatoRussetMite #PlantProtection
Meet one of our main players: 𝙏𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙪𝙨 𝙪𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙚 Meet one of our main players: 𝙏𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙪𝙨 𝙪𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙚 ✨ 🔍 A closer look at one of the most important agricultural pests worldwide. #Research #SpiderMites #CropProtection
Meet one of our main players: 𝙏𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙤 𝙢𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙤𝙧 ✨ Meet one of our main players: 𝙏𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙤 𝙢𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙤𝙧 ✨ Tiny insect. Valuable output. The Yellow Mealworm produces frass that can support our research.
Meet one of our main players: 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙖 𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙪𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙨 ✨ Meet one of our main players: 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙖 𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙪𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙨 ✨ What if waste wasn’t waste? The Black Soldier Fly transforms organic leftovers into high-value frass.
𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 The Entomology Unit at DISAF 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 The Entomology Unit at DISAFA investigates insect immunity and host–pathogen interactions in commercially reared and agriculturally important species to mitigate pathogen impact and reduce antibiotic use. It studies emerging native and exotic phytophagous pests and their natural enemies to develop sustainable, low-impact pest management strategies. Research integrates insect rearing with molecular, physiological, and experimental approaches in laboratory and field settings. 🔗https://www.disafa.unito.it/persone/rosemarie.tedeschi
𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 ✨ Prof. Lievens from the Labo 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 ✨ Prof. Lievens from the Laboratory for Process Microbial Ecology and Bioinspirational Management (KU Leuven, Belgium) studies plant–microbe–insect interactions at both the organismal and molecular scales to support biological pest control and plant pollination. 🔗https://iiw.kuleuven.be/onderzoek/pme-bim
Not just mealworms 👀 Tenebrio molitor larvae powe Not just mealworms 👀 Tenebrio molitor larvae powering our research.✨
The official website of INSECTFRASS project is no The official website of INSECTFRASS project is now live! INSECTFRASS explores the use of insect frass as a sustainable tool for plant protection and environmentally friendly pest management strategies. 🔗 Link in bio✨
Take a look at our Black Soldier Fly rearing✨ Take a look at our Black Soldier Fly rearing✨
Behind every sustainable solution, there is scienc Behind every sustainable solution, there is science in action! 🔬🌱 INSECTFRASS rears insects such as mealworms and black soldier flies to produce their frass, a natural by-product with applications in plant protection. Stay tuned for updates! ✨📢#INSECTFRASS #entomology #sustainableagriculture #HFRI #circulareconomy♻️ @duthgr
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We’re proud to share that INSECTFRASS participated We’re proud to share that INSECTFRASS participated in the @greentech_challenge 2025, Greece’s leading national program for green innovation.🌱 The GreenTech Challenge is held under the scientific supervision of the UNESCO Chair on Green Innovation and Circular Economy ♻️ of the National Technical University of Athens, and is organized by @mantisbi. Our team was honored to be named Winner 🏆 in the Researchers category, highlighting the impact and potential of our work in driving sustainable innovation. #GreenTechChallenge2025 #SustainableInnovation #CircularEconomy #Insects 🐛 #NatureBasedSolutions
On November 14, 2025, the INSECTFRASS project offi On November 14, 2025, the INSECTFRASS project officially launched with a successful kick-off meeting. All partners joined and actively contributed to the discussions, setting a strong foundation for the work ahead. 🔬 The PI, Maria Pappas opened the meeting with an overall presentation of the project, followed by each partner presenting their roles in the Work Packages and the training program for the PhD students. 📅 The project’s timeplan was outlined, and the team exchanged ideas on practical aspects of the upcoming experiments. We’re excited to move forward together!!! The next meeting will take place very soon. Stay tuned for updates as INSECTFRASS progresses! 🌿🐛
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