Who We Are
The Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering (BAE) has over ten faculty working on climate solutions. Our faculty are creating innovative engineering solutions to modern-day climate questions. Since 1906, BAE has responded to the changing needs of society by integrating and applying principles of engineering and biology in a systems context. With areas ranging from electric tractors to identifying bacteria left behind on recycling materials, biosystems engineers are leading the way.
Our Mission
To improve quality of life by integrating and applying principles of engineering and biology to systems involving food, environment, energy, and health.
Climate Solutions Faculty Positions
As part of the Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program BAE has been awarded two faculty positions. The faculty positions will have a 60% research and 40% Extension appointments. Read more about the postings here
Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Climate Solution News
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MSU researchers to explore viability of agriculture, solar power generation together in Michigan
Published on June 18, 2025
Agrivoltaics systems place solar arrays in agricultural fields alongside farming operations. MSU researchers are exploring the benefits and drawbacks of this technology that's new to Michigan. -
Alizadeh joining MSU to help Michigan agriculture, water resources confront extreme weather
Published on May 28, 2025
The former MIT postdoctoral associate is bringing his expertise on Earth system science to MSU to help protect Michigan water systems and farms from extreme weather impacts. -
MSU researcher hired through Agricultural Resiliency Program working to improve water quality in Michigan
Published on May 21, 2025
Subhasis Giri has joined the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering. -
Agricultural Resiliency Program funds four new projects
Published on March 11, 2025
The partnership among MSU, the Michigan Plant Coalition, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will fund four new projects at $1.275 million each. -
ADREC continues to be a leader in waste-to-energy solutions
Published on December 4, 2024
ADREC can carry out research and development projects from small bench scale to large demonstrations, utilizing the variety of technology available there -
MSU Researchers Nominated to EPA Science Advisory Board
Published on November 27, 2024
BE professor Jade Mitchell was appointed to the EPA's Science Advisory Board and Chemical Assessment Advisory Committee -
MSU Researcher Receives Rudolf Hering Medal from ASCE
Published on October 31, 2024
The Rudolf Hering Medal of the ASCE was instituted and endowed in 1924 by the Sanitary Engineering Division (now the Environmental & Water Resources Institute) in honor of Rudolf Hering, past Vice President of the Society. -
MSU researchers develop low-cost sensors to help farmers irrigate more efficiently, manage diseases
Published on August 14, 2024
Scientists have developed a system called LOCOMOS to monitor irrigation efficiency. -
MSU researcher developing mobile app to create feed optimal feed rations for livestock
Published on June 18, 2024
Daniel Uyeh, assistant professor in BAE, is part of a project in partnership with UC Davis to research and develop a mobile app to be used by farmers for their livestock -
MDARD Farm Innovation Grant Funds Three BAE Projects
Published on May 23, 2024
The three projects are being supported by roughly 750 thousand dollars
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