Research Areas
We’re leading the charge with research in cross-cutting thematic areas.
Complex problems require complex solutions. From improving human health to ensuring food security, protecting the environment, strengthening our communities, and more, we’re conducting research that transcends scientific disciplines to arrive at real-world solutions.
Transforming thinking and practice in agricultural and food systems through research focused on productivity, sustainability, and adaptability.
Discovering novel approaches using genetic systems and biological materials to create value-added commercial and consumer products.
Helping communities improve their economic resilience, create sustainable infrastructures, and promote their local economy through value-added opportunities and new business development.
Providing innovative research to enhance and protect managed and natural ecosystems, ecosystem services, and human well-being.
Improving the health of humans, animals, and communities through research into preventative, corrective, diagnostic, and predictive solutions to the challenges presented by lifestyle, diseases, pests, and toxins.
Providing global solutions to challenges in agriculture, health, and sustainability that impact the future of an interconnected world.
Office for Research and Graduate Education
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217 Agricultural Administration BuildingUniversity Park, PA 16802-2600
- Email agresearch@psu.edu
- Office 814-865-3136