This research mixer is designed to take a proactive approach to bridging interdisciplinary research within MSU and external partners to solve the interconnected challenges of food, agriculture, nutrition, and health linked to sustainable communities. Featuring a series of presentations, followed by table activities, participants will learn more about how dynamic connections between different fields of study can drive research and innovation at MSU. 

This event is sponsored by the Office of Research and Innovation and MSU AgBioResearch.

Event Speakers

Erin Bunting, Assistant Professor, Department of Environment and Spatial Sciences

Maria Lapinski, Director, MSU Health and Risk Communication Center, College of Communication Arts and Sciences

George Smith, Director of AgBioResearch, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Bethany Thayer, Director, Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, Henry Ford Health 

Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services, and activities. An accommodation for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting (517) 355-0306 or bakijata@msu.edu.