Research Areas
Biologically Based Materials and Products
Discovering novel approaches to using genetic systems and biological materials for value-added commercial and consumer products.
Advanced Agricultural and Food Systems
Transforming thinking and practice in agricultural and food systems to produce better foods that increase production efficiencies while using fewer resources.
Environmental Resilience
Examining the ability of natural systems to recover from disturbances and to tolerate or adapt to changing climate, nutrient pollution, forest fragmentation, and other land-use practices.
Integrated Health Solutions
Advancing and improving the health of humans, animals, and communities through preventive, corrective, diagnostic, and predictive solutions to challenges presented by food-borne pathogens, lifestyle, diseases, pests, and toxins.
Global Engagement
Providing global solutions to challenges in agriculture, health, and sustainability that impact the future of an interconnected world.
Community Resilience and Capacity
Helping communities improve their economic resilience, create sustainable infrastructures, and promote their local economy through value-added opportunities, new business development, and improved efficiency in established operations.
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