MSU Links
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) at Michigan State University encompass a broad view of agriculture and natural resources, including sustainable agriculture and natural resource systems; food and nutrition; community, family and youth development; technology and process management; and international programs.
Michigan State University Extension (MSUE)- focuses on bringing knowledge-based educational programs to the people of the state of Michigan to improve their lives and communities
Michigan Agriculture Experiment Station (MAES)- Encompasses the work of more than 300 scientists in five colleges at MSU: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Natural Science, Engineering, Social Science and Veterinary Medicine.
National Food Safety and Toxicology Center- Located at Michigan State University, committed to reducing food-related disease globally through research, education, and outreach.
The Office of International Studies and Programs (ISP)- Located at Michigan State University, ISP supports and encourages international activities throughout the University.
Office of International Development (OID)- Provides technical support and assists faculty and graduate students interested in implementing collaborative international development projects around the globe.
The Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS)-The designated office on campus to provide special assistance, advising and programming for the members of MSU's international community.
Biotechnology Links
AfricaBio- A non-profit biotechnology association for the development and application of biotechnology.
AgBioForum- The Journal of Agrobiotechnology Management and Economics
AGBIOS- Provides public policy, regulatory, and risk assessment expertise for products of biotechnology.
AgBioWorld- A non-profit organization providing science-based information on agricultural biotechnology issues to various stakeholders across the world.
Conversations about plant biotechnology- This Web site offers video discussions with farmers and experts from around the world on the benefits of genetically modified foods and gm crops.
Croplife International- A global federation representing the plant science industry.
GMO Compass- Supported by the European Union and is the work of independent science journalists.
ISAAA- The International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications- A not-for-profit organization that delivers the benefits of new agricultural biotechnologies to the poor in developing countries.
OECD Biotechnology- Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development-Focuses on the development of policy options for science and technology infrastructure; the implications of intellectual property rights and licensing; and consideration for human health and environmental safety.
Food Safety Links
EFSA- European Food Safety Authority- Two main areas of work are: Risk Assessment and Risk Communication on all matters linked to food and feed safety, including animal health and welfare and plant protection
CGIAR- Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research- A strategic alliance of members, partners and international agricultural centers that mobilizes science to benefit the poor.
IFPRI- International Food Policy Research Institute- One of 15 food and environmental research organizations supported by the CGIAR which provides policy solutions that cut hunger and malnutrition in the developing world.
APHIS- Animal and Plant Health inspection Service- A multi-faceted Agency within the USDA which has a broad mission area that includes protecting and promoting U.S. agricultural health, regulating genetically engineered organisms, administering the Animal Welfare Act and carrying out wildlife damage management activities.
WHO- World Health Organization Department of Food Safety, Zoonoses and Foodborne Diseases (FOS) strives to reduce the serious negative impact of foodborne diseases worldwide.
