Department of Bioenergy Science and Technology

Global demand for energy has been tremendously increased due to the accelerated increase in the human population and improvement of human life. Although natural gas and atomic energy have been utilized to supply a portion of the energy demand, petroleum resources will become depleted within this century. In addition, increased consumption of fossil fuels will steadily increase emissions of carbon dioxide, augmenting greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Thus, energy and the environment are inextricably linked. Reducing dependence on fossil fuels and imported oil is a challenge of vital importance to national security, the economy, and the environment.

The Department of Bioenergy Science and Technology pursues a pioneering education system for expanding learning opportunities from various academic backgrounds such as plant biology, molecular biology, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, and biochemical engineering. The pioneering education system is intended to accelerate basic research in the development of a sustainable bioenergy, including cellulosic ethanol and other biofuels.

The final aim of the department is to provide experts with scientific and technological knowledge that will afford economic and social benefits to agriculture and the environment and, thus, improve the quality of life. We will maintain a high level of scientific integrity and social responsibility in the department's research, educational, and outreach programs. To achieve the aims of education, domestic and four overseas scholars will be invited to carry out undergraduate and graduate education courses.

Course list

Course list

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