Research in the department is distributed among three different programs. There is much overlap among programs and the boundaries are purposely diffuse to maximize interaction. Students and faculty interact frequently without regard to area boundaries and take advantage of the synergy possible by exploring the intersections of the three programs. You can read further about our programs below. The CALS Research Portal helps you find more information about the people, grants, collections, projects, events, and the facilities that make the CALS research environment so vibrant.
Research in the department focuses across three program areas:

