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CPHST
Office of the Director |
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Location: Raleigh, NC |
The Center for Plant Health Science and Technology (CPHST) is the scientific support division for Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ). CPHST is responsible for ensuring that PPQ has the information, tools and technology to make the most scientifically valid regulatory and policy decisions possible. In addition, CPHST ensures PPQ’s operations have the most scientifically viable and practical tools for pest exclusion, detection, and management.
Currently, CPHST is comprised of approximately 250 scientists, analysts and researchers at 8 principal laboratories, with supporting units throughout the United States and in Guatemala and Colombia. The Office of the Director is headquartered on North Carolina State University's Centennial Campus in Raleigh, NC.
- Organizational Structure
- Laboratories and Units
- CPHST Annual Report 2011
- CPHST Annual Report 2010
- CPHST Annual Report 2009
- CPHST Annual Report 2008
- Strategic Plan
- Recent Activities
National Science Programs |
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The work of CPHST can be classified under six National Science Programs.
Agricultural Quarantine Inspection and Port Technology
- Provides treatment and inspection scientific support for PPQ.
- Supports programs of Agricultural Inspectors of Customs and Border Protection.
National Science Program Leader
Dr. Mike Hennessey
(919) 855-7400
michael.k.hennessey@aphis.usda.gov
Scientific Information, Analysis, and Trade Issues
- Conducts pathway and pest-risk analyses that collect and interpret evidence regarding invasive species risks.
- Identifies emerging biological threats and invasive species of concern to agricultural and environmental systems.
- Develops information systems and databases to optimize management.
- Aims to advance risk-based policies and regulations for import, export, and domestic programs.
National Science Program Leader
Dr. Ron Sequeira
(919) 855-7400
ron.a.sequeira@aphis.usda.gov
Domestic Survey, Detection, and Identification
- Develops survey methods and protocols for early detection, delimiting, and monitoring surveys.
- Develops identification tools for port inspectors and identifiers.
- Develops risk maps based on climate and host distribution to predict areas at greatest risk from exotic pests.
- Identifies biological control agents to control plant pests and weeds.
National Science Program Leader
Vacant
(919) 855-7400
Response and Recovery- Plant Pathogens and Weeds
- Supports response and recovery efforts from national plant health emergencies.
- Facilitates contact with regulators during an emergency.
- Facilitates and manages research and response to emerging plant pests.
National Science Program Leader
Dr. Russ Bulluck
(919) 855-7400
russ.bulluck@aphis.usda.gov
Response and Recovery- Arthropods
- Facilitates and coordinates research efforts on arthropod pests of concern.
- Seeks new technologies for application in plant pest management programs.
National Science Program Leader
Mr. Michael Stefan
(919) 855-7400
Michael.B.Stefan@aphis.usda.gov
Response and Recovery- Citrus Health
- Coordinates research efforts for citrus health and management of introduced diseases.
- Coordinates efforts on citrus disease diagnostics.
National Science Program Leader
Dr. Charla Hollingsworth
(919) 855-7400
Charla.Hollingsworth@aphis.usda.gov