Christine

Christine Crick-Giltner is a returning entomology student and honey bee researcher whose work focuses on honey bee health, applied apiculture, host-pathogen interactions, integrated pest management, and evidence-based colony management. Drawing on more than 30 years in veterinary medicine, she brings a translational perspective to honey bee research that emphasizes scientific rigor, practical application, and advancing colony health through research and education.

Her professional background includes serving as a reviewing editor for the Journal of Veterinary Medical Education and membership on institutional review boards, experiences that continue to shape her commitment to sound study design, research ethics, and scientific integrity. She is currently pursuing graduate studies in entomology while contributing to collaborative research initiatives involving honey bee health and disease management.

Chris remains actively engaged in the apiculture community through scientific, educational, and industry partnerships. She serves as Technical Manager, Research & Innovation, for Véto-pharma, where she supports honey bee health research and technical collaboration throughout North America. She is also active with the Entomological Society of America, the American Beekeeping Federation, and Apisense.

In addition to her professional work, Chris mentors veterans through Hives for Heroes and is committed to advancing honey bee health through education, collaborative research, and responsible stewardship. Her long-term goal is to bridge scientific discovery with practical beekeeping, fostering healthier colonies and a more sustainable future for apiculture.