Welcome!
Microbiology and biotechnology are at the forefront of scientific discovery and technological advancement, impacting health, agriculture, the environment, and countless other areas. Our programs will equip you with the knowledge and skills to contribute to these critical fields, addressing some of the most pressing challenges of our time.
Our faculty offer broad expertise in microbiology and biotechnology. We pride ourselves on a well-rounded faculty, who engage routinely in internal and external collaborations at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as with private industry. In addition, our faculty contribute regularly to a rich and innovative body of peer-reviewed research, publishing in internationally renowned journals and speaking at conferences around the world. They also provide mentoring experiences at all levels of study, with opportunities for students to take part in cutting-edge research in nationally-funded laboratories.
We empower our students to discover and communicate microbiological solutions to local, national, and global challenges.
Our students find careers in a range of industries, including health sciences, biomedical industries, biotechnology, agricultural biosystems, food industries, pharmaceutical industries, and government agencies.
The relevance of microbiology and biotechnology to many fields only continues to grow, and graduates can look forward to using their knowledge in employment as teachers, professors, public health professionals, researchers, veterinarians, and many other positions. Within each of these realms, numerous career options exist for students with a microbiology or biotechnology degree.
We are excited to have you visit us and see all the opportunities at NDSU for yourself.
John McEvoy
Head, Microbiological Sciences
Our Programs
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Major, Minor
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Doctoral, Master’s
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Major, Minor
Agriculture's Miracle Bacteria
With support from Richard ’65 and Linda Offerdahl, NDSU researchers are working toward a new evolutionary event that will reduce the cost of fertilizer and eliminate harmful nitrogen runoff.
Application of the Microbiology Concept Inventory to Improve Programmatic Curriculum
A national ASM Talk given by Jonathan Nguyen and Dr. Danielle Condry.
Research Highlights from the Geddes Lab
The North Dakota Soybean Council produced this video highlighting research from the Barney A. Geddes lab on soybean nodulation. Exciting research; lots of promise.
Resources for your needs
Research
Faculty Labs
Our faculty are currently researching a spectrum of microbiological interests. Explore more about microbiomes, livestock vaccines, and educational research in our department.
Microbiome Seminar Series
The Microbiological Sciences department hosts a multidisciplinary seminar series around microbiological innovation, issues, and cross-sectoral works.
Biotech Innovation Core
The Dr. Thomas Glass Biotech Innovation Core is a Biosafety Level 2 facility that supports NDSU researchers, industry partners, and government labs.
Contact Info
Mailing Address:
NDSU Dept. 7690, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Physical Address:
Van Es Hall 150, NDSU
Fargo, ND 58102
Phone: 701-231-7512
Email: ndsu.micro@ndsu.edu