Matthew Gullickson

Matthew Gullickson is a Postdoctoral Research associate in the Horticultural Sciences department at the University of Minnesota. As an applied agricultural ecologist, he specializes in plant-insect interactions with expertise in integrated pest management (IPM), invasive species management, and fruit production. His research aims to advance agricultural sustainability by exploring what drives plant-insect dynamics including climate, plant biochemistry, and pest management decisions, and assessing the ecological and economic costs of invasive insects. Matthew’s approach is rooted in collaboration: he works closely with grower organizations to identify research priorities, partners across disciplines to develop fundamental insights, and mentors emerging scientists and environmental professionals. His work strengthens the University’s reputation for nationally recognized research and extension and aligns with his broader goals: to contribute to basic understanding of plant-insect interactions, serve the public through applied research, and communicate pressing issues in entomology and horticulture.