Unprecedented developments in forest gene research will open up huge potential to develop molecular forest technologies. This will require an education platform on which research and teaching need to be integrated within the context of tree genomics to accelerate the acquisition and utilization of new knowledge that could lead to innovative business enterprises in molecular technology development.

Mission

1. Accelerate the discovery phase of how trees function and interact with their surroundings at the molecular level

2. Transform this knowledge into bio-products for the benefit of humanity

3. Develop highly skilled human resources in forest genomics and biotechnology

Capabilities

We are capable of conducting genome-based research and developing molecular technologies while creating a favorable environment for small businesses with the help of the Mississippi State University Life Sciences and Biotechnology Institute that provides the most recent instrumentation in genomics and proteomics.