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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences 
Plant and Microbial Biology

World Renowned Research

José Alonso, a William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor and University Faculty Scholar in the Department Plant and Microbial Biology, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, one of the world’s most important and influential scientific societies. 

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Leaders in Our Field

Plants and microbes are the foundation of life. Advancing discoveries in plant research is essential to civilization, and that’s exactly what we do.

Our undergraduate and graduate students participate in research projects across an array of plant and microbiology disciplines — everything from biotechnology and cell biology to ecology and systematics. Students learn from experts who specialize not only in agriculturally important crops, but also those found in natural ecosystems, and model plants and microorganisms.

About the Department
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PMB Seminars

Seminars are held on Tuesdays at 4:00 pm in the Stephens Room, Thomas Hall. Refreshments are served at 3:45 pm. Want to receive announcements of our seminars? Email Dwayne Barnes (dabarnes@ncsu.edu).

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Research and Employment Opportunities

Our department blends fundamental principles with application, research and innovative teaching in an effort to think and do the extraordinary.

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Lessons from Collard Greens: Celebrating Connections between Food & Place and Protecting the Invisible Helpers Below

GOHA’s Local Engagement Seed Grants have supported NC State students, postdocs, faculty, and staff in multiple One Health-relevant local engagement projects. One supported project, led by Mallory Choudoir, explores the ecological relationships between soil microbes and heirloom collard cultivation. 
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Curiosity Guides 2026 Keller Award Winners

Doctoral graduates Anna Yaschenko and Junjian Wang knew early on that genetics would be part of their future. In NC State labs, their innovative research earned them recognition as the 2026 recipients of the Kenneth R. Keller Research Award. 

2026 William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professors Announced

Anna Stepanova and Ross Sozzani have been named William Neal Reynolds Distinguished professors in recognition of their outstanding scholarship, leadership, teaching and mentoring. 

Upcoming Events

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Jun 04

Thursday12:00 PM

M3 Seminar
Jun 19

Friday

Juneteenth (No classes or exams)
Jul 02

Thursday12:00 PM

M3 Seminar

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🌟We’re shining a spotlight on four of our graduating students! Each of them found their way into our department through different experiences, mentors, and moments of curiosity.

🌿Hear about how they first got into our department, how they grew through their favorite classes, connected with mentors, and immersed themselves in hands‑on research that shaped their time in the department.

🔎If you’re excited to learn more about these amazing students, their plans for post graduation and hear the thoughtful advice they have for those following in their footsteps, be sure to check it out the article on our website!

#NCSU #ThinkandDo #PlantBiology #MicroialBiology

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🌟We’re shining a spotlight on four of our graduating students! Each of them found their way into our department through different experiences, mentors, and moments of curiosity. 🌿Hear about how they first got into our department, how they grew through their favorite classes, connected with mentors, and immersed themselves in hands‑on research that shaped their time in the department. 🔎If you’re excited to learn more about these amazing students, their plans for post graduation and hear the thoughtful advice they have for those following in their footsteps, be sure to check it out the article on our website! #NCSU #ThinkandDo #PlantBiology #MicroialBiology

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