Bio
Nick Oldham is Oak Ridge National Laboratory's staff Entomologist within the Natural Resources Management Program, under the Environmental Protection Services Division and the Environment, Safety, Health and Quality Directorate.
While versed in "all things buggy", Nick's expertise is within pollinator ecology, wetlands, and science communication. Within his role, he supports the Lab and addresses all concerns related to arthropods and creepy crawlies. From assessing nuisance pest damage to educating the public on the importance of pollinators, Nick Oldham is the go-to for the Lab's entomological needs.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to Nick if you:
- Encounter anything "weird and cool"
- Have questions or concerns regarding creepy crawlies
- Would like to collaborate on any arthropod-related research
ORNL's Entomologist is here to help you (and also nerd out about bugs)!
Education
Nick Oldham obtained his bachelor's and master's degrees at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, garnering a background in both forestry and pollinator focused entomology.