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.
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 establishing disease risk levels in low-flow plumbing fixtures
Published on February 27, 2020
Jade Mitchell, an associate professor in the Michigan State University Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, is part of a project to reduce health hazards of low-flow water systems.
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Michigan State University women making a difference in global health
Published on February 11, 2020
Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering faculty prepare the next generation of biosystems engineers while advancing human health through disease detection and prevention.
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MSU researcher fighting tuberculosis, other infectious diseases around the world
Published on February 7, 2020
Evangelyn Alocilja is a world-renowned scientist studying infectious disease detection and diagnosis.
In the News
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MSU researcher develops the 10-cent Tuberculosis test
Published on August 27, 2019 by MSU Today