College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Department of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering

The Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering applies principles of engineering and biology to solve problems related to food, energy, the environment and health.

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

New MSU study shows innovative machine learning techniques more accurately monitor PFAS in Michigan drinking water

Published on August 30, 2023
Researchers sought to create regional models that take into account factors unique to Michigan.
Assessing microbial risk to protect against infectious human diseases, preserve environment

Published on August 23, 2023
BAE researcher uses modeling to inform healthy decision making
MSU researchers link auto and dairy industries to explore sustainable climate solutions

Published on August 7, 2023
Renewable electrical energy produced from anaerobic digesters could drive EV charging stations on dairy farms
MSU researcher examines agricultural conservation practices to reduce environmental impact on Great Lakes

Published on August 2, 2023
Ghane receives $1.2 million MDARD funding for continued water quality research
CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI

Published on May 3, 2023
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will honor the 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Badge Awards recipients at the CANR Faculty and Staff Reception on May 11.
Piggott receives 2023 CANR Distinguished Service Award

Published on February 20, 2023
Michigan Farm Bureau CEO Scott Piggott will receive the 2023 CANR Distinguished Service Award during ANR Week.
Ag engineering alum receives 2023 CANR Alumni Service Award

Published on February 20, 2023
Keith Tinsey will receive the 2023 CANR Alumni Service Award during ANR Week.
Larry Walker honored with 2023 CANR Dean's Pinnacle of Excellence Award

Published on February 20, 2023
Larry Walker, Ph.D., will receive the inaugural 2023 CANR Dean's Pinnacle of Excellence Award during ANR Week.
Founder and co-host of “The Sci-Files” researches biosensors to detect swine fever

Published on October 31, 2022
Chelsie Boodoo, founder and co-host of “The Sci-Files” on Impact 89 FM, is a Ph.D. candidate researching DNA-based biosensors to detect swine fever viruses.
Delisa Scholarship supports students interested in water research and sustainability

Published on September 21, 2022
Sally Delisa, ’64 elementary education, established an endowed scholarship in memory of her husband, Robert Delisa, ’64 social science, for students interested in water research and sustainability.
FAA grant supports MSU researchers studying PFAS remediation at Grand Rapids airport

Published on August 18, 2022
Five MSU researchers are part of the team that received a $1.2M grant from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
2022 CANR Alumni Association scholarship recipients announced

Published on June 7, 2022
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Alumni Association awards scholarships to students who are well-rounded in their academic and non-academic pursuits and have a vision for their future career.
MSU researcher receives $769K grant to develop rapid test for foodborne pathogens

Published on June 2, 2022
Evangelyn Alocilja, a world-renowned expert in rapid diagnostics for infectious disease, is developing the test to be used at poultry operations and processing facilities to inspect large samples.
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.

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