The Division of Plant Science and Technology offers graduate programs leading to master of science and doctor of philosophy degrees in Plant, Insect and Microbial Sciences with a specialty in one of five graduate program areas. You can select training from a wide range of courses and research programs to prepare for a career in research, teaching, industry and extension work.<br><br>The Division of Plant Science and Technology maintains excellent graduate programs with classroom instruction and research supervision provided by leading scientists in the field. You can select training in one of several graduate program Areas. You can follow a traditional curriculum or take advantage of the cross-disciplinary expertise that exists within the Division.<br><br>Many of us take for granted the fact that we have a safe, abundant food supply. In many parts of the world, however, plant stresses, both biotic and abiotic, can be devastating not only to plants themselves, but to the humans who rely on them. Through the study of plant responses to the environment, to plant pathogens, and plant pests, we help find solutions to these important problems. We also recognize that plant-associated microbes can be beneficial effects, and may even be essential to maintenance of plant health. We seek to educate graduate students for careers in molecular plant stress interactions, plant pathology and related areas.