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. The MSU biosystems engineering undergraduate program was ranked the #6 biological and agricultural engineering program in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.
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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CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI
Published on April 26, 2022
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion announced the 2022 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Badge Awards recipients at the CANR Faculty and Staff Reception on Apr. 21. -
CANR honors 2022 cohort of Global Scholars in Research
Published on April 6, 2022
CANR announces a new cohort of five new global scholars representing research. -
Center for PFAS Research Faculty Spotlight: Pouyan Nejadhashemi
Published on December 1, 2021
Dr. Nejadhashemi leads an interdisciplinary research team focused on addressing water resource problems including water quantity and quality.
In the News
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Food waste pump proves itself at largest University Biogas Plant
Published on January 10, 2022 by Process and Control Today (UK)
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Ten Michigan State University students, four alumni nominated for prestigious graduate school scholarships
Published on October 12, 2021
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Five MSU Jobs Taking a Holistic Approach to Student Success
Published on July 30, 2021 by MSU Undergraduate Education
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Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development tours water quality monitoring project site
Published on July 25, 2021 by Morning Ag Clips
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Spartan irrigation management technology cuts costs, protects environment
Published on July 23, 2021 by MSU Innovation Center