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Faculty Spotlights

  • Sindhu Jagadamma

    Associate professor of soil science cultivates healthier soils and future scientists through research and mentorship

  • Tena Ursini

    Clinical assistant professor empowers horses to reach peak performance through innovative rehabilitation at UTCVM

  • Allan Houston

    Research professor in the UT School of Natural Resources drives decades of impactful work in natural resource management and conservation at the Ames AgResearch and Education Center

  • Qixin Zhong

    Professor of food science explores innovative solutions for safer, healthier foods

  • Jennifer Richards

    Associate Professor and Extension Specialist empowers future leaders in agriculture through innovative STEM education and outdoor learning experiences

  • Karen DeLong

    Associate Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics recognized for dedication to education and community with UT Knoxville Athletics Professor of Excellence award

  • Juan Luis Jurat-Fuentes

    Professor of Entomology and Plant Pathology develops innovative and environmentally friendly insect control tools to support farmers in Tennessee and beyond

  • Deb Saha

    Assistant Professor of Soil Science Discovers Innovative Approaches to Mitigate Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Agriculture

  • Kristen Johnson

    Assistant professor of Family and Consumer Sciences works to improve the lives of people in Tennessee and around the world through community nutrition

  • Andrew Muhammad

    Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Blasingame Chair of Excellence in Agricultural Policy studies international trade to better understand the US agricultural economy

  • Sharon Jean-Philippe

    School of Natural Resources professor educates communities on the benefits of healthy and diverse urban forests

  • Phil Myer

    Associate professor of animal science studies gut microbiology of beef cattle to help increase feed efficiency and improve overall nutrition

  • Rebecca Trout Fryxell

    Associate professor of entomology is studying ways to minimize the negative impacts of arthropods on human and animal health

  • John Sorochan

    Distinguished professor of turfgrass science is researching ways to improve safety and wear tolerance of sports turf

  • Toni Wang

    Institute professor of food science addresses challenges in food and biomaterial production

  • David Mercker

    UT Extension Forestry Specialist shares his knowledge of sustainable forestry through educational programs

  • Hao Gan

    Assistant professor of biosystems engineering is working to improve food production through precision agriculture technology

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