Meet the researcher: Vinni Thekkudan Novi and advanced forest pathogen diagnostics
Vinni Thekkudan Novi's innovative testing approach to detect oak wilt offers real-time results visible to the naked eye in the field.
Assistant Professor Rui Cheng uses ‘leaf glow’ to understand changing climate
New BBE research suggests “leaf glow” provides vital information on vegetation dynamics in Arctic and boreal ecosystems like Minnesota’s forests and wetlands, which are among the fastest warming in the world.
Ph.D. Candidate Koushik Sampath Awarded Jean E. and Mark T. Schroepfer Fellowship
The fellowship supports BBSEM Ph.D. candidates with a focus on addressing sustainability issues and ensuring the future professional work of the department.
BBE student group FaBEO receives Tony Diggs Award
FaBEO student group received the Tony Diggs Excellence in Career Readiness award.
Leigh Henning receives 2024 Early Career Alumni Award
Leigh Henning received the 2024 Early Career Alumni Award at the BBE Gala on April 26 held at the Bell Museum.
Sonia Massel Jacobsen receives Distinguished Alumni Award
Sonia Massel Jacobsen received the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award at the BBE Gala on April 26 held at the Bell Museum.
From Farms to fuels: Transforming manure into renewable energy
Professor Roger Ruan and team have identified ways to make use of the manure produced on Minnesota farms–biofuel.
Assistant Professor Jiwei Zhang receives 2024 Richard C. Newman Art of Teaching Award
The Art of Teaching Award is presented annually to a faculty member who displays passion for teaching in the natural resource sciences; achieving excellence and making a positive impact on students.
Professor Jason Hill receives Distinguished McKnight University Professorship Award
Professor Jason D. Hill has been selected as a recipient of the University of Minnesota Distinguished McKnight University Professorship, an award designed to recognize exceptional mid-career faculty.
BBE Adjunct Professor Ping Wang Inducted into AIMBE College of Fellows
Dr. Wang was inducted into the AIMBE College of Fellows for pioneering work in the cross-disciplinary areas of biological engineering and material science, and leadership in bioengineering education.