Three Michigan State University College of Engineering faculty members have been recognized for their impactful research that benefits the agriculture industry.
Xiaobo Tan, Woongkul "Matt" Lee and Zhaojian Li recently earned grants through the Michigan Translational Research and Commercialization Program (MTRC).
These researchers have all succeeded in using tools and techniques to monitor, modify or develop the commercial potential of various forms of agriculture.
A look at each College of Engineering faculty member's research specialty:
- Xiaobo Tan - Automated fruit and vegetable processing
- Woongkul "Matt" Lee - Electric irrigation pump technology
- Zhaojian Li - Robotic harvesting for job automation, cost savings
For more information about the faculty members' research, check out the MSU Innovation Center's story.