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NCSU Department of Biological and Agriclutural Engineering

Bio & Ag Engineering Research

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About Research Today

Biological and Agricultural engineers approach research investigations by looking at lifes big picture in terms of human connections to natural systems. Biological and agricultural engineers find ways to preserve and protect our natural environment while sustaining man's necessities of food, fiber, clean water and energy.

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Research Program Areas

Bioprocess Systems Engineering

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Topics:
  • Value-Added Products
  • Pharmaceutical and Nutriceutical Development
  • Conversion Processes
  • BioInstrumentation
  • Biofuel Development
  • Feedstock & Alternative Energy



Integrated Machine System Engineering

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Topics:
  • Overview
  • Decision Support Systems
  • GPS and Remote Sensing Systems
  • Precision Agriculture and Smart Machinery
  • Machine Systems and Robotics

Controlled Environments