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PhD and MS Graduate Research Opportunities in Biosystems Engineering (Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Drone-Based Water Quality) at Michigan State University Michigan State University in United States

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Master's, PhD

Field of study

Machine Learning

Funding

50% Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) is provided, including a tuition waiver and health insurance. No specific stipend amount is mentioned.

Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

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Keywords

Machine Learning
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Remote Sensing
Water Quality
Computer Vision
Greenhouse Gases
Biosystems Engineering
Drones
Environmental Monitoring And Assessment

About this position

Michigan State University is offering exciting Graduate Research Opportunities (PhD and MS) in the field of Biosystems Engineering, starting in Summer or Fall 2026. Under the supervision of Dr. Xufei Yang, Associate Professor, students can engage in cutting-edge research in two main areas: greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture and drone-based water quality monitoring.

The first position focuses on monitoring and process-based modeling of greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural systems. Candidates with experience in air quality, environmental monitoring, or instrumentation are preferred. The second position centers on drone-based water quality monitoring, utilizing drone sensing, machine vision, and gas-sensor arrays. Applicants with backgrounds in remote sensing, sensing technology, or machine learning are encouraged to apply.

Engineering degrees are strongly preferred for both positions, though non-engineering applicants may be considered if they are willing to complete necessary prerequisites. The program offers a 50% Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA), which includes a tuition waiver and health insurance, providing substantial financial support for selected candidates.

Interested applicants should contact Dr. Xufei Yang at [email protected] for more information or to express their interest. This is an excellent opportunity for students passionate about environmental science, agriculture, and the application of advanced sensing and modeling technologies in real-world contexts. Michigan State University provides a vibrant research environment and strong support for graduate students in biosystems engineering.

Funding details

50% Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) is provided, including a tuition waiver and health insurance. No specific stipend amount is mentioned.

What's required

Applicants should have a strong background in engineering; non-engineering applicants may need to complete prerequisites. Experience in air quality, environmental monitoring, or instrumentation is preferred for the greenhouse gas emissions position. For the drone-based water quality monitoring position, experience in remote sensing, sensing technology, or machine learning is preferred.

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