Explore by Research Area
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Biologically Based Materials and Products
Discovering novel approaches to using genetic systems and biological materials for value-added commercial and consumer products.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Global Engagement
Providing global solutions to challenges in agriculture, health, and sustainability that impact the future of an interconnected world.
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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.