Research

The Davis College research program is recognized nationally and globally for excellence in the discovery and delivery of knowledge on current and emerging aspects of the food, fiber, fuel, natural resources, environmental sciences, management, and planning disciplines. In keeping with research that addresses regional issues with national and global impact, Davis College promotes and supports multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and inter-institutional research programs. These programs address real world issues faced by producers, processors and consumers of food, fiber and natural resources. This allows the research to support programs in areas contributing to the local and regional workforce, sustainable economic and social development, and growth.
RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
Davis College boasts an unparalleled and innovative research enterprise at its best:
- Emphasis on problem-solving research
- Over one-half of the research funding is dedicated to multi-disciplinary research
- Technology development and commercialization receive significant emphasis
MAJOR RESEARCH THRUSTS
Research programs within Davis College are diverse and include:
- Biotechnology and precision agriculture
- Sustainable land and water use
- Food safety, security, and quality
- Animal health, nutrition, and welfare
- Processing and value-added products
- Natural resource management and planning
- Agricultural marketing, trade and policy analysis
- Human and social capital
- International agricultural development
RESEARCH CENTERS, UNITS, & INSTITUTES
- Davis College Water Center
- Fiber and Biopolymer Research Institute
- Institute of Genomics for Crop Abiotic Stress Tolerance
- International Center for Agricultural Competitiveness
- International Center for Food Industry Excellence
- Thornton Agricultural Finance Institute
- Texas Cooperative Research Unit
Davis College DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI RELATIONS
We invite you to become actively involved in the college. In today's world, the college simply couldn't function, nor could our students have many of the opportunities available to them, without your support. Through scholarships, professorships, program support and unrestricted gifts, our alumni and friends truly make a difference in students' lives. For more information contact the Davis College Office of Development and Alumni Relations at (806) 742-2802 or “Give Online Now”.
Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources
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Address
P.O. Box 42123, Lubbock, Texas 79409-2123, Dean’s Office Location: Goddard Building, Room 108 -
Phone
(806)742-2808