Leaders in Climate Solutions
The Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering (BAE) is a leader in climate solutions. BAE faculty are creating innovative solutions to real-world climate problems, like EV tractors, groundwater, circular economy, and renewable energy.
Department News
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Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program funds four new projects
Published on March 11, 2025
The partnership among MSU, the Michigan Plant Coalition, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will fund four new projects at $1.275 million each. -
MSU scientist making food safer worldwide through research, policy
Published on March 5, 2025
Felicia Wu is working to better understand how to mitigate harmful aflatoxins and other food safety challenges globally. -
BE Club attends Science Night for 5-8 graders
Published on March 5, 2025
The Biosystems Engineering Club attended the Kiwanis Science Night on February 13, 2025. -
MSU Researcher Receives the 2024 AWRA Honorary Member Award
Published on January 21, 2025
The American Water Resources Association (AWRA) is the primary multidisciplinary association for information exchange, professional development, and education about water resources and related issues. -
MSU faculty drive leadership in global risk analysis at SRA 2024 Annual Meeting
Published on January 21, 2025
CANR was well-represented at the SRA 2024 Annual Meeting in December 2024. MSU’s involvement was highlighted by Dr. Felicia Wu, who served as president, and Dr. Doug Bessette, Dr. Jade Mitchell and Dr. Adam Zwickle, who served on the SRA’s council. -
MSU ag engineer designing innovative technologies to support specialty crop production
Published on December 12, 2024
MSU assistant professor Yuzhen Lu is supporting Michigan’s asparagus and blueberry industries through several research projects. -
ADREC continues to be a leader in waste-to-energy solutions
Published on December 4, 2024
ADREC can carry out research and development projects from small bench scale to large demonstrations, utilizing the variety of technology available there -
MSU Researchers Nominated to EPA Science Advisory Board
Published on November 27, 2024
BE professor Jade Mitchell was appointed to the EPA's Science Advisory Board and Chemical Assessment Advisory Committee -
MSU Researcher Receives Rudolf Hering Medal from ASCE
Published on October 31, 2024
The Rudolf Hering Medal of the ASCE was instituted and endowed in 1924 by the Sanitary Engineering Division (now the Environmental & Water Resources Institute) in honor of Rudolf Hering, past Vice President of the Society. -
MSU researcher receives grant to develop efficient irrigation technology using solar power
Published on October 10, 2024
The project is led by Younsuk Dong, an irrigation specialist and assistant professor in the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering.
Upcoming Events
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Mar 14
2025 Jr MANRRS Leadership Symposium
March 14, 2025 – March 16, 2025 Marriott East Lansing at University Place
March program scheduled for the Jr MANRRS Symposium
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Mar 21
Thesis Defense - Meili Papa
March 21, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Farrall Hall room 208 or Zoom
“Pathogen Classification Using AI-Enabled Hyperspectral Microscopy to Detect Biological Variations”
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Mar 28
OCAB Intercultural Awareness Day: Building Resilience Together
March 28, 2025 8:30AM – 1:00PM Multicultural Center- Multipurpose Room A 1050
Join Intercultural Awareness Day with the CANR Office of Culture, Access and Belonging
In the News
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BE Student Megan Ransler earns MSU nomination for Udall Scholarship
Published on February 25, 2025
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Waste to Watts: Michigan Dairy Industry Could Fuel a Greener Future
Published on February 22, 2025 by Farm Flavor
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MSU research powers Michigan’s economy and future
Published on November 20, 2024 by WKAR
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MSU researchers receive $4M NIH grant to study dementia risks
Published on November 13, 2024 by MSU Today
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MSU facilities work together to turn waste into power
Published on November 8, 2024 by The State News