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Biosystems Engineering

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Feeding 9 billion people by 2050!

The Biosystems Engineering Department is developing innovative systems to sustainably feed an increasing population through cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices, and the drive to make a difference in the world. We build sustainable solutions that create resilience among society, the environment and the economy. We are also an ideal pre-health track. Biosystems Engineering is currently working on many projects, including the following:

  • Optimizing growth conditions in controlled environment agriculture

  • Finding alternative fuel and feed sources

  • Irrigating crops sustainably

  • Analyzing big data sets generated from using sensors and controls and looking at metagenomics

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ALVSCE Research Poster Showcase Celebrated Outstanding contribution from BE Students!

Tuesday, April 2, 2024

 

Congratulations are in order for the individuals who participated in the 2024 ALVSCE Research Poster Showcase. Among those recognized are Erick Dzeketey, Emma Menden, Adam Gelman, Andrew Masciola, Dr. Jose Olaf Valencia Islas, and Dr. Akrum Tamimi

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BE Alumna Rises to Presidency at CNH Asia-Pacific

Sunday, February 4, 2024

Lisa Chun Yue has achieved an extraordinary milestone by assuming the presidency of CNH for the Asia and Pacific Region

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Innovative Drone Workshop on January 31

Thursday, January 4, 2024

The University of Arizona will host an innovative drone workshop on January 31 tailored for technicians, scientists, farmers, and students at the University of Arizona Maricopa Agricultural Center!

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Dava Jondall: Voted A+ Advisor of the Year

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Dava Jondall's student-centered dedication shines as she clinches the A+ Advisor Award at the Fall 2023 ALVSCE Awards, a testament to her unwavering commitment and positive impact on student success.

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Dr. Kitt Farrell-Poe

Dr. Kitt Farrell-Poe Joins UN's Hall of Fame

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Celebrating Dr. Kitt Farrell-Poe's exceptional career in Biological Systems Engineering, as she receives induction into the University of Nebraska's Hall of Fame.

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Growing Knowledge with Ken Hickman

Thursday, September 7, 2023

In this Interview, Ken Hickman talks about his agricultural tech career, his farming background, his education in biosystems engineering, and his journey.

 

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