The great majority of this research was published in referred journals indicating the high quality of research being conducted by our students and faculty. In addition, adjunct faculty members from the USDA-ARS Grain Marketing and Production Research Center are also qualified to join the Genetics Program. Most of the support for research and teaching within the Genetics Program is generated through grant support from external sources. Since the program was initiated, genetics faculty members have acquired many millions of dollars in extramural support. Research is heavily emphasized in the Genetics Program.
All faculty members have research and teaching assignments in varied proportions.
Development and release of improved germplasm and cultivars represent major contributions to improving the productivity of Kansas' agriculture. The cultivars and germplasm released by the Kansas State University-USDA breeding efforts are widely distributed and utilized throughout the region and world. Genetics Faculty members have received numerous awards and honors. In addition, several faculty members have been appointed as editors or associate editors for professional journals. Student Need and Employer Demand Three M.S. and 12 Ph.D. students are currently enrolled in the Genetics Program.