Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Agricultural and Applied Economics
323-B Hutcheson Hall, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061 U.S.A.
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Click to send E-mail to:
taylord@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-5032
Fax: 1-540-231-7417
Description:
Graduate programs in Agricultural and Applied Economics lead to the degrees
of M.S. (thesis and non-thesis) andPh.D. Domestic and international program
concentrations are available the areas specified above. Research and
teaching assistantships are offered on a competitive basis. Department
enrolls approximately 40-50 graduate students; close working relations are
maintained between students and faculty, often on sponsored research. Many
of the faculty are well-known nationally and internationally in their fields
of specialization.
Degree(s):
M.S.- Applied Economics Focus;
M.S.- Agribusiness Focus;
Ph.D.- Agicultural and Applied Economics
Research Areas:
Resource and Environmental Economics; Public and Regional Economics;
Development and International Economics; Markets and Industrial
Organization; Econometrics; Economic Theory (joint with Economics
Department); Agribusiness Management and Finance (M.S)
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Dairy Science
2470 Litton Reaves Hall (0315)
Blacksburg, VA 24061 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
dascinfo@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6331
Fax: 1-540-231-5014
Description:
Graduate students in the Dairy Science Department study genetics,
reproduction, nutrition, management, and lactation. All graduate students
have the opportunity to gain classroom teaching experience and to
participate in extension education programs in addition to their involvement
in research programs.
Degree(s):
M.S.
Ph.D.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Food Science And Technology
22 Food Science and Technology
Blacksburg, VA 24061-0325 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
piersonm@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6805
Fax: 1-540-231-3714
Description:
Food science and technology is the application of science and technology to
the processing, preservation, packaging, distribution, and utilization of
food and food products. The field continues its growth of the last several
decades. Excellent career opportunities are available to persons holding
graduate degrees.
Degree(s):
M.S.;
Ph.D.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise
338 Wallace Hall
Blacksburg, VA 24061-0430 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
savillsk@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-4672
Fax: 1-540-231-3916
Description:
We are one of the most unique departments in the United States because of
our integrative studies in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise. Our faculty
members all possess deep commitments to graduate student instruction and
mentorship. A stimulating, productive and fulfilling graduate career is our
commitment to all our students.
Degree(s):
M.S.
Ph.D.
Research Areas:
Nutrition;Community and International Nutrition;Foods, Consumer
Foods;Clinical Exercise Physiology;Nutrition in Sports and Chronic
Disease;Muscle Physiology and Biochemistry
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Agricultural and Applied Economics
Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics (0401), Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061 USA
Click to send E-mail to:
taylord@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-5032
Fax: 1-540-231-7417
Description:
The graduate program in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics
offers a M.S. degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics and a Ph.D.
degree in Economics. The Ph.D. program is administered jointly with the
Economics Department.
Accreditation Description:
Virginia Tech is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award doctoral, masters,
bachelors, and associates degrees.
Degree(s):
Agrilcutural and Applied Economics
Economics
Research Areas:
Economics;
Agricultural Economics;
Resource Economics;
Environmental Economics;
Agribusiness;
Marketing;
Quantitative Methods;
Econometrics;
Mathematical Programming;
Economic Growth;
Economic Development;
Development;
International Development;
Agricultural Policy;
Policy; Policy Analysis;
Trade;
International Trade;
Price Analysis;
Management;
Business Management;
Finance;
Small Business Management;
Industrial Organization;
Futures and Options;
Futures; Options;
Macroeconomics;
Microeconomics;
Markets;
Public Economics;
Regional Economics;
Urban Economics;
Markets;
Development Economics;
International Economics
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Biochemistry
Department of Biochemistry, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
smearly@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6315
Fax: 1-540-231-9070
Description:
The graduate program in the Department of Biochemistry at Virginia Tech
prepares students for careers as independent researchers in biochemistry,
molecular and cellular biology, molecular microbiology, biotechnology, and
related areas. Training involves a combination of advanced course work,
participation in seminars and journal clubs, and laboratory research
conducted under the guidance of a faculty committee selected by agreement of
the student, the faculty advisor, and the departmental Graduate Committee.
Degree(s):
M.S. - Life Sciences
Ph.D. - Biochemistry
Research Areas:
Cellular and Intermediary Metabolism;
Enzymology;
Cellular Stasis and Recovery:
Signal Transduction;
Functional Genomics;
Molecular Microbiology;
Proteomics;
Protein Chemistry;
Metallocluster Biosynthesis;
Biological Nitrogen Fixation;
Genetics, Genomics, and Biotechnology Education;
Protein Phosphorylation;
Coenzyme Biosynthesis;
Transposable Elements of Insects;
Insect Vectors of Human Disease;
Protein Structure/Molecular Modelling;
Nucleic Acid Biochemistry;
Transgenic Plants;
Plant Growth and Signal Transduction;
Stress-Response Mechanisms;
Anaerobic Microbiology
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
M.S. and Ph.D. in Genomics, Crop Science, Soil Science, and Soil
Environmental Science
CSES - 330 Smyth Hall (0404)
Blacksburg, VA 24061 USA
Click to send E-mail to:
cses@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6305
Fax: 1-540-231-3431
Description:
The department of Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences focuses on four major
areas - 1) Crop Genomics and Breeding, 2) Management of Crop, Forage, and
Turf Agroecosystems, 3) Managing Wastes and Nutrients to Enhance Soil and
Water Quality, and, 4) Wetlands, Land Restoration, and Geospatial Analysis.
Our programs are based on traditional disciplines, but have extended that
knowledge to develop cutting edge solutions in agriculture and the
environment for today and the generations to come.
Accreditation Description:
Our undergrauate and graduate programs are fully accredited.
Degree(s):
Geographical Information Systems
M.S.-Crop and Soil Environmental Science;M.S.-Environmental Science and
Engineering
Ph.D.-Crop and Soil Environmental SciencesPh.D.-Genomics, Bioinformatics,
and Computational Biology
Research Areas:
Crop genomics;Plant Breeding;Crop Ecololgy;Crop Physiology;Turf
Science;Grassland Science;Soil Chemistry;Soil Biochemistry;Soil
Physics;Environmental Microbiology;Soil Fertility and Nutrient
Management;Soil Genesis and Classification;Geographic Information
Systems;Wetlands;Land Restoration
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Entomology
216A Price Hall, Mail Code 0319
Blacksburg, VA 24061 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
ltkok@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6341
Fax: 1-540-231-9131
Description:
The philosophy of the Department is that graduate students should obtain a
broad training in Entomology. They should strive to obtain an appreciation
of the importance of teaching, research and extension in the overall mission
of the Department. We insist upon dedication and hard work from every
student. Assistantships are readily available for students who are admitted
into our program and accepted by an advisor.
Degree(s):
MS
Ph.D.
Research Areas:
Integrated pest management;Insecticide toxicology;Aquatic entomology;Medical
entomology;Information technology;Apiculture
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Poultry Science
P.O. Box 850
Blacksburg, VA 24063-9960 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
mcpherso@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6311
Fax: 1-540-231-3714
Degree(s):
M.S.
Ph.D.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Graduate Program in Food Safety, Enology, food chemistry, graduate program
in packaging, graduate program in seafood, graduate program in food
microbiology
Duckpond Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24061 United States
Click to send E-mail to:
fstinfo@vt.edu
Phone: 540-231-6806
Fax: 540-2319293
Degree(s):
M.S. in Life Sciences
Ph.D. in Life Sciences
Research Areas:
Food safety;Food microbiology;Enology;Food chemistry;Food packaging;food
product development;fermentation;
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University (Virginia Tech)
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Agricultural and Applied Economics
323-B Hutcheson Hall, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061 U.S.A.
Click here to visit this program's website
Click to send E-mail to:
taylord@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-5032
Fax: 1-540-231-7417
Description:
Graduate programs in Agricultural and Applied Economics lead to the degrees
of M.S. (thesis and non-thesis) andPh.D. Domestic and international program
concentrations are available the areas specified above. Research and
teaching assistantships are offered on a competitive basis. Department
enrolls approximately 40-50 graduate students; close working relations are
maintained between students and faculty, often on sponsored research. Many
of the faculty are well-known nationally and internationally in their fields
of specialization.
Degree(s):
M.S.- Applied Economics Focus;
M.S.- Agribusiness Focus;
Ph.D.- Agicultural and Applied Economics
Research Areas:
Resource and Environmental Economics; Public and Regional Economics;
Development and International Economics; Markets and Industrial
Organization; Econometrics; Economic Theory (joint with Economics
Department); Agribusiness Management and Finance (M.S)
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Dairy Science
2470 Litton Reaves Hall (0315)
Blacksburg, VA 24061 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
dascinfo@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6331
Fax: 1-540-231-5014
Description:
Graduate students in the Dairy Science Department study genetics,
reproduction, nutrition, management, and lactation. All graduate students
have the opportunity to gain classroom teaching experience and to
participate in extension education programs in addition to their involvement
in research programs.
Degree(s):
M.S.
Ph.D.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Food Science And Technology
22 Food Science and Technology
Blacksburg, VA 24061-0325 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
piersonm@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6805
Fax: 1-540-231-3714
Description:
Food science and technology is the application of science and technology to
the processing, preservation, packaging, distribution, and utilization of
food and food products. The field continues its growth of the last several
decades. Excellent career opportunities are available to persons holding
graduate degrees.
Degree(s):
M.S.;
Ph.D.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise
338 Wallace Hall
Blacksburg, VA 24061-0430 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
savillsk@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-4672
Fax: 1-540-231-3916
Description:
We are one of the most unique departments in the United States because of
our integrative studies in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise. Our faculty
members all possess deep commitments to graduate student instruction and
mentorship. A stimulating, productive and fulfilling graduate career is our
commitment to all our students.
Degree(s):
M.S.
Ph.D.
Research Areas:
Nutrition;Community and International Nutrition;Foods, Consumer
Foods;Clinical Exercise Physiology;Nutrition in Sports and Chronic
Disease;Muscle Physiology and Biochemistry
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Agricultural and Applied Economics
Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics (0401), Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061 USA
Click to send E-mail to:
taylord@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-5032
Fax: 1-540-231-7417
Description:
The graduate program in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics
offers a M.S. degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics and a Ph.D.
degree in Economics. The Ph.D. program is administered jointly with the
Economics Department.
Accreditation Description:
Virginia Tech is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award doctoral, masters,
bachelors, and associates degrees.
Degree(s):
Agrilcutural and Applied Economics
Economics
Research Areas:
Economics;
Agricultural Economics;
Resource Economics;
Environmental Economics;
Agribusiness;
Marketing;
Quantitative Methods;
Econometrics;
Mathematical Programming;
Economic Growth;
Economic Development;
Development;
International Development;
Agricultural Policy;
Policy; Policy Analysis;
Trade;
International Trade;
Price Analysis;
Management;
Business Management;
Finance;
Small Business Management;
Industrial Organization;
Futures and Options;
Futures; Options;
Macroeconomics;
Microeconomics;
Markets;
Public Economics;
Regional Economics;
Urban Economics;
Markets;
Development Economics;
International Economics
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Biochemistry
Department of Biochemistry, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
smearly@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6315
Fax: 1-540-231-9070
Description:
The graduate program in the Department of Biochemistry at Virginia Tech
prepares students for careers as independent researchers in biochemistry,
molecular and cellular biology, molecular microbiology, biotechnology, and
related areas. Training involves a combination of advanced course work,
participation in seminars and journal clubs, and laboratory research
conducted under the guidance of a faculty committee selected by agreement of
the student, the faculty advisor, and the departmental Graduate Committee.
Degree(s):
M.S. - Life Sciences
Ph.D. - Biochemistry
Research Areas:
Cellular and Intermediary Metabolism;
Enzymology;
Cellular Stasis and Recovery:
Signal Transduction;
Functional Genomics;
Molecular Microbiology;
Proteomics;
Protein Chemistry;
Metallocluster Biosynthesis;
Biological Nitrogen Fixation;
Genetics, Genomics, and Biotechnology Education;
Protein Phosphorylation;
Coenzyme Biosynthesis;
Transposable Elements of Insects;
Insect Vectors of Human Disease;
Protein Structure/Molecular Modelling;
Nucleic Acid Biochemistry;
Transgenic Plants;
Plant Growth and Signal Transduction;
Stress-Response Mechanisms;
Anaerobic Microbiology
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
M.S. and Ph.D. in Genomics, Crop Science, Soil Science, and Soil
Environmental Science
CSES - 330 Smyth Hall (0404)
Blacksburg, VA 24061 USA
Click to send E-mail to:
cses@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6305
Fax: 1-540-231-3431
Description:
The department of Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences focuses on four major
areas - 1) Crop Genomics and Breeding, 2) Management of Crop, Forage, and
Turf Agroecosystems, 3) Managing Wastes and Nutrients to Enhance Soil and
Water Quality, and, 4) Wetlands, Land Restoration, and Geospatial Analysis.
Our programs are based on traditional disciplines, but have extended that
knowledge to develop cutting edge solutions in agriculture and the
environment for today and the generations to come.
Accreditation Description:
Our undergrauate and graduate programs are fully accredited.
Degree(s):
Geographical Information Systems
M.S.-Crop and Soil Environmental Science;M.S.-Environmental Science and
Engineering
Ph.D.-Crop and Soil Environmental SciencesPh.D.-Genomics, Bioinformatics,
and Computational Biology
Research Areas:
Crop genomics;Plant Breeding;Crop Ecololgy;Crop Physiology;Turf
Science;Grassland Science;Soil Chemistry;Soil Biochemistry;Soil
Physics;Environmental Microbiology;Soil Fertility and Nutrient
Management;Soil Genesis and Classification;Geographic Information
Systems;Wetlands;Land Restoration
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Entomology
216A Price Hall, Mail Code 0319
Blacksburg, VA 24061 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
ltkok@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6341
Fax: 1-540-231-9131
Description:
The philosophy of the Department is that graduate students should obtain a
broad training in Entomology. They should strive to obtain an appreciation
of the importance of teaching, research and extension in the overall mission
of the Department. We insist upon dedication and hard work from every
student. Assistantships are readily available for students who are admitted
into our program and accepted by an advisor.
Degree(s):
MS
Ph.D.
Research Areas:
Integrated pest management;Insecticide toxicology;Aquatic entomology;Medical
entomology;Information technology;Apiculture
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Poultry Science
P.O. Box 850
Blacksburg, VA 24063-9960 U.S.A.
Click to send E-mail to:
mcpherso@vt.edu
Phone: 1-540-231-6311
Fax: 1-540-231-3714
Degree(s):
M.S.
Ph.D.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
(Virginia Tech)
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Graduate Program in Food Safety, Enology, food chemistry, graduate program
in packaging, graduate program in seafood, graduate program in food
microbiology
Duckpond Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24061 United States
Click to send E-mail to:
fstinfo@vt.edu
Phone: 540-231-6806
Fax: 540-2319293
Degree(s):
M.S. in Life Sciences
Ph.D. in Life Sciences
Research Areas:
Food safety;Food microbiology;Enology;Food chemistry;Food packaging;food
product development;fermentation;
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