The Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria (FRIN) conducts research in the areas of forest entomology and pathology. Forest entomology research focuses on the study of insects and other invertebrates that live in forests, including their biology, ecology, and impact on forest ecosystems. Forest pathology research, on the other hand, focuses on the study of diseases that affect forest trees and other plant species, including their causes, symptoms, and management. Some specific areas of research may include:

• Forest insect ecology: studying the interactions between insects and forest ecosystems, including their role in nutrient cycling and seed dispersal
• Forest pest management: researching ways to control and manage insects and other invertebrates that can cause damage to forest resources
• Tree pathology: studying the causes, symptoms, and management of diseases that affect forest trees, including fungal and bacterial diseases
• Integrated pest management: researching and developing sustainable pest management strategies that minimize the use of chemicals and other harmful inputs
• Forest health monitoring: monitoring forest health by identifying and tracking the presence of pests and diseases in the forest ecosystem

Overall, these research themes aim to promote the conservation and sustainable use of Nigeria’s forest resources and to protect the biodiversity of the country, by providing scientific knowledge and tools to mitigate the impact of pests and diseases on forest ecosystems.