Our faculty has interdisciplinary expertise and strives to be innovative and collaborative.
Researchers work to understand and develop new processes, systems and solutions for improving the efficiency, performance and environmental sustainability of animal agricultural systems, including the impacts of air quality and climate change.
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Researchers are developing advanced, fundamental biological systems engineering approaches and solutions.
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Researchers are developing novel biological, biochemical and thermochemical approaches to efficient biomass conversion for value-added products including forest products and pulp and paper and their effective utilization.
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Researchers are improving the energy efficiency and environmental performance of building systems.
Researchers use sustainability analysis and environmental management systems and solutions for effective resource utilization, manufacturing processes and products.
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Researchers work toward novel engineering and technology solutions for safe and healthy foods and healthy lives.
Researchers are working to enhance sustainable land use management practices, water resources, water quality and ecological restoration techniques.
Researchers are developing innovative sustainable renewable energy technology solutions and their effective implementation.
Now hiring: Assistant Professor, Biomass Degradation/Preservation
Join our team at the University of Minnesota! We're looking to hire an assistant professor to fill a 9-month tenure-track faculty position in biological degradation of bio-based materials and bioresources with 50% research and 50% teaching responsibilities.
Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering
612-625-5200 | bbe@umn.edu | Intranet
Kaufert Lab - 2004 Folwell Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108
Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering - 1390 Eckles Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108
