Since 1906, the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering has responded to the changing needs of society by integrating and applying principles of engineering and biology in a systems context.
The department offers joint academic programs spanning the College of Engineering and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Focus areas:
- Food: Food safety and quality
- Environment: Sustainable ecosystems and resource conservation
- Energy: Bioenergy and bioproduct solutions
- Health: Diagnostics, systems models and risk assessment tools to enhance public health
BAE News & Articles
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MSU researcher finds new ways to support global crop production
Published on July 1, 2020
Ajit Srivastava develops solar technologies for drip irrigation systems and tractors powered by solar energy to help smallholder farmers in Burkina Faso increase crop production.
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Studying the effectiveness of conservation drainage practices
Published on July 1, 2020
MSU Extension drainage specialist works with Michigan farmers to balance crop yield with environmental and water protections.
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Helping farmers around the world increase sustainability
Published on July 1, 2020
Timothy Harrigan, an MSU researcher and expert in agriculture engineering, is driven by helping growers make their operations more sustainable by incorporating new practices and technologies.
In the News
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University scientists offer a way to boost coronavirus testing
Published on July 30, 2020 by The Rachel Maddow Show
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Michigan school gets almost $10 million for low-moisture food pathogen research
Published on July 15, 2020
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MSU Researchers Earn Grant Aimed at Reducing Pathogens in Low-Moisture Foods
Published on June 23, 2020 by Food Safety Magazine
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Coronavirus epidemic halts some research at MSU
Published on April 9, 2020 by Lansing State Journal
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MSU researcher develops the 10-cent Tuberculosis test
Published on August 27, 2019 by MSU Today