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The Biological Systems Engineering Graduate Program aims to enhance the capacity for teaching and research in biological systems engineering, and train the future generation of professionals to address challenges associated with the sustainable production, management, and use of biological materials. Students gain advanced knowledge of the use of engineering to efficiently produce, distribute and process biological products, such as food, feed and fiber, while conserving natural resources, preserving environmental quality, and ensuring the health and safety of people.
M.S. Plan II / B.S. Integrated
M.Engr. Plan II
M.S. Plan I
M.S. Plan II
D.Engr. Plan B
Ph.D. Plan B
College of Engineering
Admissions and Fellowship Information
General: Apr 1, 2023
Space Available: Jun 1, 2023
Continuing Student Fellowship: Jan 15, 2023
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Program Contact Information
Primary Program Contacts
Program Coordinator
Corwin Green
corgreen@ucdavis.edu
Department Chair
Fadi Fathallah
fathallah@ucdavis.edu
Graduate Program Chair
Tina Zicari
(530) 752-1020 | tjeoh@ucdavis.edu
Additional Contacts
Advisor: General
Gail Bornhorst
Biological & Ag Engineering
(530) 752-9329 | gbornhorst@ucdavis.edu
Advisor: General
Zhiliang Fan
Biological & Ag Engineering
(530) 754-0317 | jzfan@ucdavis.edu
Advisor: Admissions Only
Isaya Kisekka
Land Air & Water Resources
ikisekka@ucdavis.edu
Advisor: General
Stavros Vougioukas
Biological & Ag Engineering
(530) 752-1890 | svougioukas@ucdavis.edu
Advisor: Primary Contact
Tina Zicari
Biological & Ag Engineering
(530) 752-1020 | tjeoh@ucdavis.edu