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.