The Manduca Project is based in student explorations of Manduca sexta, and has proven that this insect is important not only as a research subject, but also as a strong bridge between scientists and students.

To date, thousands of students have studied Manduca sexta in the classroom, designing experiments, composing poetry and songs, writing daily entries in their journals, and even involving family members.

We have high hopes that teachers using these materials will continue to share their ideas with us and with each other, especially as we increase our efforts to introduce it to a wider audience across the Internet.