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The Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry graduate group is the oldest interdepartmental graduate group at UC Davis. Many students and professors work collaboratively to solve complex agricultural and environmental issues that impact California and the country. Students typically specialize in environmental & analytical chemistry, biological & toxicological chemistry, food & wine chemistry, or fiber & polymer chemistry.

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Students and faculty in our group use chemistry to solve important societal problems. Students gain advanced knowledge of analytical, organic, physical, inorganic, or biological chemistry, as well as the qualitative and quantitative skills necessary for professional research and teaching in pesticide and toxicant chemistry, food/meat/dairy chemistry, fiber and polymer chemistry, and enzymatic reactions and fermentation chemistry. Our graduates go on to careers in academia, state and federal government, industry, consulting, and more.

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Program contact information, primary program contacts.

Program Coordinator Christee Rubio [email protected]

Graduate Group Chair Qi Zhang (530) 752-5779 | [email protected]

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Advisor: Admissions and General Mathew Hengel Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 752-2402 | [email protected]

Advisor: General Peter Hernes Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 754-4327 | [email protected]

Advisor: General Alyson Mitchell Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 304-6618 | [email protected]

Advisor: General Tran Nguyen Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 752-5987 | [email protected]

Advisor: General Pramod Pandey Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 752-0615 | [email protected]

Advisor: General Brett Poulin Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 754-2454 | [email protected]

Advisor: Primary Contact Gang Sun Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 752-0840 | [email protected]

Advisor: General Thomas Young Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 754-9399 | [email protected]

Advisor: Admissions and General Qi Zhang Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (530) 752-5779 | [email protected]

Senior Academic Advisor Samantha Duesdieker (530) 752-4928 | [email protected]

Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry

Graduate Studies

• Doctor of Philosophy
• Master of Science

Students and faculty in our group use chemistry to solve important societal problems. Students gain advanced knowledge of analytical, organic, physical, inorganic, or biological chemistry, as well as the qualitative and quantitative skills necessary for professional research and teaching in pesticide and toxicant chemistry, food/meat/dairy chemistry, fiber and polymer chemistry, and enzymatic reactions and fermentation chemistry. Our graduates go on to careers in academia, state and federal government, industry, consulting, and more.

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The University of California, Davis continues to offer an enticing opportunity for aspiring scholars with its fully funded PhD program in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry. This program equips graduate students with the flexibility to tailor their academic journey to align with their unique interests and aspirations.

PhD Program Requirements

Prospective students should possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as chemistry, environmental science, biology, or a related discipline. A strong academic record is typically required, with a minimum GPA specified in the admission guidelines.

PhD Funding Coverage

The University of California, Davis, remains committed to providing financial support to PhD students in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry. Financial assistance typically includes:

Graduate Group Support: Accepted PhD students are often offered two quarters of financial support by the Graduate Group. This support package typically covers stipends, tuition, fees, and health insurance.

Major Professor Support: Following the initial Graduate Group support, students can often secure funding through their major professor’s research grants. This may involve research assistantships or other forms of financial support.

Teaching Assistantships: Many students find opportunities to work as teaching assistants, which provide valuable teaching experience while also offering financial compensation.

Fellowships: Students may also be eligible for various internal and external fellowships, scholarships, or research grants to further support their academic and research pursuits.

Application Requirement

The application process for the PhD program in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry typically includes the following components:

Online Application: Applicants are required to submit an online application through the university’s admissions portal. Detailed instructions for completing the application can be found on the university’s website.

Transcripts: Official transcripts from all previous academic institutions attended should be submitted as part of the application.

Letters of Recommendation: Applicants must arrange for letters of recommendation to be submitted on their behalf. These letters should be from individuals who are familiar with the applicant’s academic and/or professional qualifications.

Statement of Purpose: A well-written statement of purpose explaining the applicant’s research interests, career goals, and alignment with the program’s offerings and faculty expertise.

Resume/CV: A comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae should be included to provide a detailed overview of the applicant’s academic and professional background.

TOEFL/IELTS Scores (for international applicants): International applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency through standardized tests if applicable.

Application Deadline

January 5, 2025

Application Fee

A graduate application fee of $135 (U.S. applicants) or $155 (international applicants) is required from all applicants.

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School of Integrative Plant Science

MS/PhD Field of Soil & Crop Sciences

Developing sustainable agricultural systems for a growing population.

Graduate study in Cornell's Integrative School of Plant Science is organized into five Graduate Fields providing unparalleled opportunities to connect disciplines, creatively solve problems, and integrate complex systems, preparing graduates for diverse careers and futures as leaders in science and society.

Students in the Field of Soil & Crop Sciences work on projects ranging from advancing management practices for sustainable field crop production, soil biogeochemistry in relation to climate change and environmental concerns, geospatial land processes, and molecular genomic aspects of crop plants and soil microbes. Many faculty members research international agricultural and environmental issues in tropical and subtropical regions. Most faculty advisors in the Field of Soil & Crop Sciences are affiliated with the Section of Soil & Crop Sciences in the School of Integrative Plant Science.

Grand Challenge Fellowships

The School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) is offering four two-year fellowships to graduate students for research tackling our  Grand Challenges .

• Fellowships are for August 2024 admission.
• Application deadline is December 1, 2023.  (November 15, 2023 for Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology.)
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Graduate Field Concentrations

The MS/PhD Graduate Field of Soil & Crop Sciences offers four concentrations:

• Soil Science
• Field Crop Science
• Environmental Information Systems

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Development of improved management practices with an integrated consideration of field crops and soils. Cropping systems and farming systems that sustain or enhance the soil resource base are investigated. Economic, sociological and environmental impacts of various field crops and cropping systems also may be evaluated.

Weed Science

Integrated weed management involving ways that biotic and abiotic factors affect weed population and community dynamics, and seed dormancy. Weed control recommendations, herbicide residues and resistant biotypes.

Seed Science

Examination of the factors and mechanisms which regulate seed dormancy, long-term storage and germination for seeds and other systems of plant propagation.

Integrative Crop and Soil Management

Evaluation of environmental, biotic, and management interactions that influence the growth, development, yield, and quality of corn, soybeans, and wheat. Management of forages for maximum economic returns and minimum soil erosion and nitrate losses with environmentally safe management practices.

Field experiments to develop methods for measuring and improving forage quality, production, and animal performance; best management practices for corn, soybeans, and wheat.

Biofuels Production

Examination of agronomic and economic sustainability of grass as a bioenergy source.

Crop Physiology and Molecular Biology

Mechanisms by which drought and other environmental stresses and climate change factors arrest sink-organ development (especially kernels and other storage organs), affect flowering and reproductive organ development, alter phytohormone levels and modify the expression of gene products involved in environmental responses. Mechanisms used to detoxify heavy metals; genes involved in synthesis, transport and regulation of interacting pathways.

Precision Agriculture

Nutrient management using spatial information and field-based analytical instruments for use in precision agriculture.

The Soil Science Concentration focuses on the processes and properties of the soil environment. It emphasizes improving the suitability of soil for crop growth while preserving its value as a natural resource by using ecologically sound approaches.

Soil Science, Soil Biology and Microbial Ecology

Effects of agricultural management practices on soil ecology and soil microbial processes. Particular research topics include: the development of soil health diagnostics; the impact of soil microbial diversity and community composition on agroecological function; and the use of environmental genomics to identify and characterize novel microorganisms in soils.

Soil and Water Management

Managing water quality and quantity in rural communities; comparing private and public options.

Analytical Soil Chemistry

Predictive tests for trace elements in soils; trace element uptake by grasses and forage legumes treated with sludge; biogeochemical behavior of cadmium and zinc in natural landscapes and soils

Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management

Assessment of nitrogen and phosphorus cycle processes in agricultural soils with respect to enhancing plant nutrient uptake. Specific research topics include: improve fertilizer N recovery by crops; the functions and dynamics of soil organic matter; appropriate practices for management of soil organic matter; on-farm nutrient management and improving profitability and competitiveness of New York farms while protecting the environment.

Soil Biogeochemistry

Analysis of nutrient and carbon turnover in soils with regard to fluxes within soils and across ecosystem boundaries to aquatic ecosystems. Research topics include: carbon sequestration in the context of climate change and black carbon dynamics; using synchrotron-based NEXAFS and FTIR for the micro- and nano-scale observation of biogeochemical cycles in soils.

Soil Physics/Environmental Biophysics

Development of soil physical tests to determine soil quality; examination of natural porous media; transport theories; the effect of microorganisms (in particular, bacteria and protozoa) on the transport properties of soils and aquifer materials; the exchange of cations on clays and soils; the interplay between exchange and transport of electrolytes in natural porous media; and the influence of exchangeable cations on the interaction forces between soil colloids.

The concentration offers interdisciplinary study in geospatial environmental information systems to advance our understanding of biophysical processes and the sustainable development and management of Earth resources.

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• Food Science, PhD

The graduate program in the Department of Food Science ranks among the best of its kind in the United States. Strong faculty research groups exist in food chemistry, food engineering, food microbiology, and health. The PhD track in these areas combines an array of in-depth courses with the use of advanced research methods for studying food properties: chemical, physical, physiological, and bioactive characteristics; material properties; microbial control and safety; sensory quality; procedures for the processing, storage, and preservation of foods.

Research areas in which the department has special expertise include chemical attributes of proteins, enzymes, lipids, flavors, bioactive components, and pigments; processes for crystallizing, separating, freezing, and drying; food safety (detection, control, and mechanistic action of pathogenic microorganisms, and undesirable chemicals in food); process optimization and validation of critical processing limits. Commodity foci include dairy products, confectionery products, fruits and vegetables, muscle foods, and fermented products.

The department occupies Babcock Hall, a building with excellent facilities for instruction and research. Availability of appropriate instruments, equipment, and pilot-plant facilities enables research on the above topics to be conducted in a manner that has impact worldwide.

About 40–50 students from many countries are currently pursuing both the MS and PhD degrees in the areas mentioned above. This includes some graduate students working in programs associated with the Food Research Institute and closely allied departments.

Individuals obtaining advanced degrees in food science will find employment opportunities in academic instruction and research, government research or regulatory programs, and industrial research, development, or quality assurance. Historically, the department's placement record for graduating students has been very good.

Please consult the table below for key information about this degree program’s admissions requirements. The program may have more detailed admissions requirements, which can be found below the table or on the program’s website.

Graduate admissions is a two-step process between academic programs and the Graduate School. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements of the Graduate School as well as the program(s). Once you have researched the graduate program(s) you are interested in, apply online .

Admitted applicants must meet the Graduate School minimum requirements , including completion of a bachelor's degree which typically consists of a satisfactory undergraduate education in fields such as food science, dairy science, chemistry, most biological sciences (e.g., biochemistry, microbiology, nutrition), and engineering (especially chemical and agricultural).

Recommendation for admission is determined almost solely by the faculty member food science or affiliated faculty member .  Final admission is determined by the Graduate School.

The recommendation for admission is made usually based on the review of the following:

• applicant's online application
• academic record (scanned PDF academic transcripts)
• English proficiency for international degree-seeking applicants. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information.
• recommendation letters (three)
• personal statement (reasons for graduate study) up to two pages double-spaced
• CV or resume
• applicant's particular research interest(s) as indicated in supplemental application
• available funding/space in their research lab

After the application is submitted, applicants should contact  faculty  members directly (via email) to discuss research opportunities in their labs.  Some dialogue can be exchanged in advance. Applicants must submit a formal application to UW-Madison before being considered for admission. The Department of Food Science cannot take any action regarding admission until the application is complete. We do not pre-screen applications, nor do we provide an informal assessment of qualifications based on volunteered documents from individuals prior to application. 

Applicants interested in applying for the food science program should look closely at the  website  for specific information about the admissions process.

Graduate School Resources

Resources to help you afford graduate study might include assistantships, fellowships, traineeships, and financial aid.  Further funding information is available from the Graduate School. Be sure to check with your program for individual policies and restrictions related to funding.

Program Resources

We recommend that your application be complete by the application deadlines in order to be considered for funding. Financial assistance is sometimes available to qualified individuals in the form of research assistantships, teaching assistantships, or fellowships. Fellowships are granted to students meeting specific criteria and with outstanding academic records. Research assistantships are awarded by individual professors through funds available to their research programs. Funding is awarded on a competitive basis and renewed annually pending the student's satisfactory progress. (Teaching assistant positions in food science are available primarily to students who have already been enrolled for at least two semesters.)

Please be advised that you do not need to make a separate application for financial support as your admission application will also serve as an application for assistantships and fellowships. 

Prospective students are encouraged to search and apply for external funding sources (scholarships and fellowships) on their own.  (If faculty do not have funding or lab space available, they often do not accept new students into their labs.) Additionally, prospective students are encouraged to apply for graduate assistantship (teaching, research, or project) positions in other UW–Madison departments to potentially defray the costs of their studies.  See  Graduate School Funding pages  for more information.

Minimum Graduate School Requirements

Major requirements.

Review the Graduate School minimum academic progress and degree requirements , in addition to the program requirements listed below.

Mode of Instruction

Mode of Instruction Definitions

Accelerated: Accelerated programs are offered at a fast pace that condenses the time to completion. Students typically take enough credits aimed at completing the program in a year or two.

Evening/Weekend: ​Courses meet on the UW–Madison campus only in evenings and/or on weekends to accommodate typical business schedules.  Students have the advantages of face-to-face courses with the flexibility to keep work and other life commitments.

Face-to-Face: Courses typically meet during weekdays on the UW-Madison Campus.

Hybrid: These programs combine face-to-face and online learning formats.  Contact the program for more specific information.

Online: These programs are offered 100% online.  Some programs may require an on-campus orientation or residency experience, but the courses will be facilitated in an online format.

Curricular Requirements

Required Courses

Graduate School Policies

The  Graduate School’s Academic Policies and Procedures  provide essential information regarding general university policies. Program authority to set degree policies beyond the minimum required by the Graduate School lies with the degree program faculty. Policies set by the academic degree program can be found below.

Major-Specific Policies

Prior coursework, graduate credits earned at other institutions.

Refer to the Graduate School: Transfer Credits for Prior Coursework policy.

Undergraduate Credits Earned at Other Institutions or UW-Madison

Prior coursework taken as an undergraduate student at other institutions or UW-Madison does not transfer in for credit, but may satisfy specific food science course requirements.  In that case, students do not need to take the food science course requirement, but do need to choose, in consultation with their advisor, another course with at least the same number of credits.

Credits Earned as a Professional Student at UW-Madison (Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Veterinary careers)

Credits earned as a university special student at uw–madison.

Prior coursework taken as a University Special student does not transfer in for credit, but may satisfy specific food science course requirements.  In that case, students do not need to take the food science course requirement, but do need to choose, in consultation with their advisor, another course with at least the same number of credits.

Refer to the Graduate School: Probation policy.

Advisor / Committee

Refer to the Graduate School: Advisor and Graduate School: Committees (Doctoral/Master’s/MFA) policies.

Credits Per Term Allowed

Time limits.

It is expected that students will complete all degree requirements in five years.

Dissertators cannot schedule their dissertation defense sooner than six months after the actual  date of passing the preliminary examination.

Refer to the Graduate School: Time Limits policy.

Grievances and Appeals

These resources may be helpful in addressing your concerns:

• Bias or Hate Reporting  
• Graduate Assistantship Policies and Procedures
• Office of the Provost for Faculty and Staff Affairs
• Employee Assistance (for personal counseling and workplace consultation around communication and conflict involving graduate assistants and other employees, post-doctoral students, faculty and staff)
• Employee Disability Resource Office (for qualified employees or applicants with disabilities to have equal employment opportunities)
• Graduate School (for informal advice at any level of review and for official appeals of program/departmental or school/college grievance decisions)
• Office of Compliance (for class harassment and discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence)
• Office Student Assistance and Support (OSAS)  (for all students to seek grievance assistance and support)
• Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards (for conflicts involving students)
• Ombuds Office for Faculty and Staff (for employed graduate students and post-docs, as well as faculty and staff)
• Title IX (for concerns about discrimination)

College of Agricultural and Life Sciences: Grievance Policy  

In the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS), any student who feels unfairly treated by a member of the CALS faculty or staff has the right to complain about the treatment and to receive a prompt hearing. Some complaints may arise from misunderstandings or communication breakdowns and be easily resolved; others may require formal action. Complaints may concern any matter of perceived unfairness.

To ensure a prompt and fair hearing of any complaint, and to protect the rights of both the person complaining and the person at whom the complaint is directed, the following procedures are used in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Any student, undergraduate or graduate, may use these procedures, except employees whose complaints are covered under other campus policies.

• The student should first talk with the person at whom the complaint is directed. Most issues can be settled at this level. Others may be resolved by established departmental procedures.
• If the complaint involves an academic department in CALS the student should proceed in accordance with item 3 below.
• If the grievance involves a unit in CALS that is not an academic department, the student should proceed in accordance with item 4 below.
• If informal mediation fails, the student can submit the grievance in writing to the grievance advisor within 10 working days of the date the student is informed of the failure of the mediation attempt by the grievance advisor. The grievance advisor will provide a copy to the person at whom the grievance is directed.
• The grievance advisor will refer the complaint to a department committee that will obtain a written response from the person at whom the complaint is directed, providing a copy to the student. Either party may request a hearing before the committee. The grievance advisor will provide both parties a written decision within 20 working days from the date of receipt of the written complaint.
• If the grievance involves the department chairperson, the grievance advisor or a member of the grievance committee, these persons may not participate in the review.
• If not satisfied with departmental action, either party has 10 working days from the date of notification of the departmental committee action to file a written appeal to the CALS Equity and Diversity Committee. A subcommittee of this committee will make a preliminary judgement as to whether the case merits further investigation and review. If the subcommittee unanimously determines that the case does not merit further investigation and review, its decision is final. If one or more members of the subcommittee determine that the case does merit further investigation and review, the subcommittee will investigate and seek to resolve the dispute through mediation. If this mediation attempt fails, the subcommittee will bring the case to the full committee. The committee may seek additional information from the parties or hold a hearing. The committee will present a written recommendation to the dean who will provide a final decision within 20 working days of receipt of the committee recommendation.
• If the alleged unfair treatment occurs in a CALS unit that is not an academic department, the student should, within 120 calendar days of the alleged incident, take his/her grievance directly to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. The dean will attempt to resolve the problem informally within 10 working days of receiving the complaint. If this mediation attempt does not succeed the student may file a written complaint with the dean who will refer it to the CALS Equity and Diversity Committee. The committee will seek a written response from the person at whom the complaint is directed, subsequently following other steps delineated in item 3d above.

Students are admitted by faculty in the department through direct admission. 

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• Learning Outcomes
• Articulates potentials and limits of core paradigms in food science; formulates ideas and extrapolations beyond current boundaries of knowledge.
• Develops breadth through competencies in minor field(s) of study.
• Fosters ethical and professional conduct.
• Critically evaluates evidence to articulate research questions and develop appropriate research hypotheses.
• Formulates an effective experimental design and develops appropriate methodology to address problems in a systematic manner.
• Creates knowledge that makes a substantive contribution to the field and articulates how society may benefit.
• Communicates complex ideas in a succinct and understandable manner to diverse audiences.
• Develops mentoring and teaching skills.

Professors: Hartel, Ingham, Lucey, Rankin (chair)

Assistant Professors: Bolling, Girard, Huynh, Ujor, van Pijkeren

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Contact Information

Food Science College of Agricultural and Life Sciences [email protected] foodsci.wisc.edu

Graduate Program Coordinator [email protected] 608-263-6388 105 Babcock Hall 1605 Linden Dr., Madison, WI 53706 https://foodsci.wisc.edu/grad.php

Director of Graduate Study [email protected] 608-263-6388 105 Babcock Hall 1605 Linden Dr., Madison, WI 53706 https://foodsci.wisc.edu/grad.php

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• Ph.D. in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
• CONCENTRATION: FOOD SCIENCE, HUMAN NUTRITION AND HEALTH

Ph.D. IN AGRICULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, CONCENTRATION: FOOD SCIENCE, HUMAN NUTRITION AND HEALTH

Program overview, program outcomes.

The program will prepare students to: 

• Use critical thinking skills to solve complex issues impacting food and nutritional sciences. 
• Develop and demonstrate effective communication skills through project and dissertation work, as well as conference presentations.
• Conduct research or undertake advanced projects in a specific area of interest in food and nutritional sciences.
• Be active and effective leaders in professional societies and demonstrate and model discipline expertise.

Scholarly Engagement

Faculty members are active in professional organizations and typically attend the following annual meetings with their students: 

• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)
• American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) 
• American Chemical Society (ACS) 
• American Society for Nutrition (ASN) 
• Experimental Biology (EB) 
• Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) 
• American Society for Microbiology (ASM) and American Dairy Science Association (ADSA)
• Society of Behavioral Medicine and American Public Health Association
• International Association for Food Protection (IAFP).

In addition, faculty members serve as editors, guest editors, members of editorial boards, regular reviewers for many academic journals in the field of food, health, and nutritional sciences.

Research Labs

Students have access to the following laboratories: 

Food Preparation Laboratory (Drs. Silva and Colleran); Food Safety and Microbiology Laboratory (Dr. Ibrahim); Food Chemistry Laboratory (Dr. Yu); Food Product Development Laboratory (Dr. Tahergorabi); Human Nutrition and Performance Laboratory; Molecular Nutrition Laboratory (Dr. Kang); Food Sensory Laboratory (Dr. Silva); Functional Foods and Human Health Laboratory (Dr. Sang); Food Process Engineering Laboratory (Dr. Chen); Community Nutrition and Health Disparities Lab; Molecular Food Microbiology and Epidemiology Laboratory (Dr. Williams).

Employment Opportunities

For more information.

Dr. Roberta Claro da Silva, Program Coordinator [email protected] 336-285-3641

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Graduate studies

The graduate program.

In order to enter a thesis progarm in the Department, other than as a qualifying student, a staff member must be available to supervise the thesis work. Maximum flexibility is available to scholarship, government or self funded students in terms of selecting their areas of research. In the more general case, funding and research topics are provided by the supervisor based on grants they hold from government/industry agencies. Because public funds are often involved, it is generally stipulated that they can only be used for supporting Canadian or Landed Immigrant status students. Hence, foreign students applying for entry to the graduate program without their own guaranteed funding or their government's support have little chance of being accepted, as the Department does not have the resources to support such cases. It should be noted that foreign students in thesis programs need about $20,000 (Cdn) per year in total for tuition fees. An amount of $10000-15000 is recommended for living expenses. Please see the respective web pages for the non-thesis programs for the estimated cost for those programs.

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Fully Funded PhD Programs in Agricultural Sciences

As part of our series  How to Fully Fund Your PhD , here is a list of universities that offer fully funded PhD Programs in Agricultural Sciences. With a PhD in Agricultural Sciences, you can use your knowledge of plants, animals, and other natural resources to improve food security and production, alongside enhancing sustainable development practices. A fully funded PhD program is the perfect way to further your expertise in the field and achieve your goals.

“Full funding” is a financial aid package for full-time students that includes full tuition remission and an annual stipend or salary during the entire program, usually 3-6 years. In order to receive this funding, students will typically teach or complete a research project in their chosen subject. Looking at fully funded programs is essential because not all universities grant funding to their doctoral students. By including smaller and lesser-known schools in your research, you optimize your chances of finding the perfect, fully funded program for you.

This list includes a wide range of topics, including plant and animal genetics, soil science, agronomy, crop science, horticulture, forestry, and agricultural engineering, among others. If one of these programs catches your eye, be sure to bookmark it to your free ProFellow account !

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Cornell University Fully Funded PhD in Agricultural Sciences

Cornell University, based in Ithaca, New York offers a fully funded PhD in Agricultural Sciences. Graduate study in Cornell’s School of Integrative Plant Science is organized into five Graduate Fields: Horticulture, Plant Biology, Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology & Plant-Microbe Biology, and Soil & Crop Sciences. Financial assistance is available to MS and PhD students on a competitive basis and includes tuition, a stipend, and health insurance. Admitted PhD students and funded MS students are guaranteed a stipend during the academic year (~$30,000 for 2022-23) as well as a summer stipend (~$10,000) if they do research in the summer, as most do.

Kansas State University Fully Funded PhD in Agronomy

Kansas State University, based in Manhattan, KS offers a fully funded PhD in Agronomy. Graduate programs are designed to accommodate the interest and objectives of each student. Students in M.S. and Ph.D. programs conduct original research and receive thorough training in investigative techniques by use of modern facilities with guidance from experienced faculty. Most students enrolled in a graduate-level program in Agronomy are supported during their study and are appointed to a half-time graduate research assistantship. Currently, students appointed to a half-time assistantship receive $30,436 per year when pursuing a Ph.D. degree.

Michigan State University Fully Funded PhD in Horticulture

Michigan State University offers a fully funded PhD in Horticulture. The Graduate Program is founded on the interdisciplinary and integrative nature of horticulture, allowing graduate students a great deal of flexibility in designing their individualized programs of study and research. Most graduate students in the Department of Horticulture are supported by their faculty advisor through assistantships. Assistantships and fellowships are available to qualified individuals on a competitive basis. Research assistantships (1/2 time) for 2020- 2021 in the Horticulture department pay for tuition and health care and provide an annual stipend of approximately $23,800 to $28,100, depending on the graduate level.

University of California Berkeley Fully Funded PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics

University of California Berkeley offers a fully funded PhD in agricultural and resource economics. The graduate program produces outstanding researchers in development economics, environmental and energy economics, international trade, and agricultural and resource policy. Students enrolling in our doctoral program complete a rigorous course of study, including microeconomic theory, econometrics, and field courses. It is the policy of the department to ensure that all of the students are fully funded for at least five years as long as they are making satisfactory academic progress. Full funding includes student fees, nonresident tuition, and a stipend.

University of California Davis Fully Funded PhD in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry

The University of California Davis offers a fully funded PhD in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry. Graduate Students in the program design an academic program that suits their needs and interests. Coursework options are divided into four areas of specialization: environmental & analytical chemistry, biological & toxicological chemistry, food & wine chemistry, and fiber & polymer chemistry. The standard offer of admission comes with financial support from the Graduate Group: 2 quarters for PhD students. This support includes salary, tuition, fees, and health insurance. After the end of group support, students are generally paid by their major professor, by a teaching assistantship, or a fellowship, whether internal or external.

University of California Davis Fully Funded PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics

The University of California Davis offers a fully funded PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics. The Department offers graduate training in the economics of agriculture, international development, and the environment and natural resources. The ARE program offers full funding to Ph.D. students for a minimum of five years through a combination of fellowships, readerships, teaching assistant positions, and research assistant positions. Students will have tuition and fees covered and receive a monthly stipend during the nine-month academic year. Most students also receive summer support.

University of Guelph Fully Funded PhD in Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics

The University of Guelph, based in Canada offers a fully funded PhD in Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics. The program is offered through the Department of FARE with two key areas of study: 1) Food and agricultural economics, and 2) Natural resource and environmental economics. Students in the PhD program focus on an area of specialization relevant to their thesis research, plus complete courses in microeconomic theory and economic research methods. PhD students are funded upwards of $30,000 per year.

University of Illinois Fully Funded PhD in Crop Sciences

The University of Illinois, based in Urbana, IL offers a fully funded PhD in Crop Sciences. From bioinformatics to plant breeding, the graduate program offers diverse research areas where you can pursue your interests. Students enrolled in an on-campus degree program in the Department of Crop Sciences receive research assistantships that waive tuition and service fees. In addition to fellowships and assistantships, the department also provides monetary awards to students who meet specific award criteria. 

University of Nebraska–Lincoln Fully Funded PhD in Agricultural Economics

The University Of Nebraska–Lincoln offers a fully funded PhD in Agricultural Economics. The STEM-certified agricultural economics program at Nebraska provides a foundation for professional problem-solving through courses in production economics, agricultural industrial organization, international agricultural trade, agricultural development, natural resource economics, and agribusiness. Graduate research assistantships are the most common form of financial assistance. A GRA consists of a stipend and benefits. Tuition is waived for students on assistantships. A major portion of the fee for student health insurance is included in GRAs. There is no separate application for assistantships.

University of Saskatchewan Fully Funded PhD in Soil Science

The University of Saskatchewan, based in Canada offers a fully funded PhD in Soil Science. The 4-year Soil Science PhD program provides core expertise in soil and environmental sciences and offers opportunities for advanced study and research. All students registered in thesis-based graduate programs within departments in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources receive a minimum level of funding at the beginning of their programs. The minimum funding levels are $24,000/year for three years for Ph.D. students. Applications are accepted year-round. Students may begin their program in January, May, or September each year.

Washington State University Fully Funded PhD in Agricultural Economics

Washington State University offers a fully funded PhD in Agricultural Economics. The PhD in Agricultural Economics is designed to provide the student with an excellent foundation in the theory and methods of economic analysis as well as experience in the applied analysis of agricultural, agribusiness, and/or resource economics problems. Around 80% of admitted students receive graduate assistantships from the School. Ph.D. students with a 9-month assistantship plus one month of summer pay receive a total stipend estimated at $19,490 per year. Health insurance and most tuition costs are provided to you in addition to the stipend.

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PhD on Animal Health and Welfare in Regenerative Agriculture

Are you interested in studying animal welfare implications of regenerative agriculture? The aim of this PhD is to better understand the interaction of regenerative farming practices and animal health and welfare. You will be working with pioneer regenerative farmers across the Netherlands and analyze how changes in management, farm practices and mindset influences the welfare and health of livestock. The focus will be mainly on (dairy) cattle because different grazing practices are promoted from a regenerative agriculture perspective, yet its impact on animal welfare (including animal health) is largely unknown. There is steadily growing pressure on agriculture and the entire food system to increase global production while promoting sustainability in terms of farmers' incomes, soil health, input use, and environmental and climate impact. Regenerative agriculture is a promising avenue to support a healthy, multi-functional and future-proof soil and farming system. Together with regenerative Dutch farmers, ReGeNL is developing a future-proof agricultural sector in which agriculture goes hand in hand with soil health and nature restoration, and a good revenue model for farmers. Between now and 2030, ReGeNL will start the transition to regenerative agriculture with 1000 farmers. The aim is to make regenerative agriculture the new normal by 2040. This PhD will be one of 19 PhDs being recruited over the next 3 years, to support the monitoring, modelling and valuing of regenerative farms in the Netherlands. This large-scale transdisciplinary project (ReGeNL) will assess which combinations of practices are adopted/recommended for 8 different types of regenerative agriculture systems. The project aims to be an accelerator for the transition to a regenerative, profitable and socially supported agricultural sector. As part of this project, we will monitor and model a range of different regenerative agricultural systems to understand which combinations of practices work for a range of agricultural, socio-economic and environmental outcomes.  The outcomes assessed include; soil health, water and air quality, biodiversity and socio-economic goals such as farm income, citizen involvement, animal welfare and much more. Moreover, we will study how performance on these outcomes can be valued in food system governance. You will work here This PhD will be based within the Animal Production Systems group , in collaboration with the Wageningen Plant Research (Agrosystems Research). During this project you will be involved in farm visits, on-farm data collection and animal-based measurements. This PhD will work alongside other PhDs within the ReGeNL project all aimed to better understand the synergies and trade-offs of regenerative practices.  

Your qualities

As a PhD you will receive support and mentorship in the design and implementation of your PhD project. You will develop a training and supervision plan with your supervisory team and be part of the ReGeNL training programme on Regenerative Agriculture. The requirements to applicants is: You have:

• a completed master’s degree in a field related to the topic the PhD project (e.g. biology, animal science, veterinary medicine, agricultural science, sustainability science or an adjacent field);
• excellent scientific writing and presenting skills;
• a high self-motivation and enthusiasm;
• affinity with societal challenges in the domains of agriculture and food systems;
• motivation to work in a transdisciplinary project with many project partners and farmers;
• experience with or interest in quantitative and qualitative research methods;
• being a team player;
• excellent language proficiency in English and Dutch (or willingness to achieve proficiency level).

We offer you

Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment . A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:

• partially paid parental leave;
• working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
• the option to accrue additional compensation / holiday hours by working more, up to 40 hours per week;
• there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
• a fixed December bonus of 8.3%;
• excellent pension scheme.

Do you want more information?

For more information about this position, please contact Evelien de Olde, Assistant Professor, [email protected] or Eddie Bokkers, Associate Professor, [email protected] For more information about the procedure you can contact Recruitment Support via [email protected] Do you want to apply? You can apply directly using the apply button on the vacancy page on our website which will allow us to process your personal information with your approval. This vacancy will be listed up to and including Monday September 2nd , 2024. We hope to schedule the first job interviews by mid September, 2024. Additional information form For this position, you must fill in a mandatory form which will allow us to have a comprehensive view of your qualifications and better assess your fit for it. You can access the form using the link below: https://forms.office.com/e/GczwpvbFMs    Your prompt response will ensure that your application continues to move forward in the evaluation process. We assure you that the information provided will be kept confidential and used solely for this application process. Equal opportunities Wageningen University & Research (WUR) employs a large number of people with very different backgrounds and qualities, who inspire and motivate each other. We want every talent to feel at home in our organisation and be offered the same career opportunities. We therefore especially welcome applications from people who are underrepresented at WUR. A good example of how WUR deals with inclusiveness can be read on the page working at WUR with a functional impairment .

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES LOS BAÑOS

Institute of chemistry.

Requirements and Mechanics to Graduate

The MS AgChem program requires a minimum of 31 units, these are 6 units of major courses, 9 units of minor courses , 1 unit of seminar and 6 units of thesis . The major courses are composed of 9 units of core courses (CHEM 205, CHEM 220, CHEM 230, CHEM 242, CHEM 260) and 6 units of major courses of any CHEM or ACHM courses.

Minor/cognate must be from any field of specialization in Agriculture or Forestry, and the thesis/dissertation topic must be application of chemistry to these fields.