Future Foods
Ensuring access to abundant, nutritious foods in a changing world requires an integrated approach. At the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences, we investigate critical interactions between genetics, microbiology, physiology, health, and productivity of plants and animals, spanning all aspects of plant and animal biology, agroecology, human nutrition, and health. This research is accelerated by innovations in AI-driven predictive modeling and remote sensing to optimize resource use and management decisions under variable environmental conditions.
We pioneer innovations in engineering and energy management to support controlled environment agriculture, such as greenhouses and vertical farming. Our research programs seek to understand the nutritional needs and preferences of people in different stages of life, and how food processing and dietary supplements (such as the microbiome) influence nutrition and health. By creating tangible solutions, our scientists strive to give farmers the tools to produce healthy and nutritious foods and empower families with knowledge to make informed dietary choices.