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Enhancing User-Defined Agricultural Projects with Commodity Modeling and Strategic Positioning

Conference Session
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session 1
Collection
2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Deana Delp, Arizona State University
Tagged Divisions
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)
learning environments. One approach thatresonates with students is gamification in education, which applies game-like elements to routinetasks [1, 2]. Game-based learning provides an interactive and engaging method for students toexplore topics that might otherwise seem mundane. By leveraging gamification, faculty canspark interest and motivate students to solve problems, acquire knowledge, and develop bothtechnical and social skills through gameplay [3-5]. Research by Subhash and Cudney highlightsthe benefits of this approach, including improved academic performance and increased studentparticipation [5]. Integrating game-based strategies enables faculty to create more impactful andmeaningful learning experiences for college students.The term
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Engineering Sustainable Solutions: The Plant Wall Project as an Interdisciplinary Approach to Integrating Design, Botanical Science, and Educational Innovation

Conference Session
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session 1
Collection
2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Pavel Navitski, Oral Roberts University; Rachel L Budavich, Oral Roberts University; Moriah Love Metellus, Oral Roberts University; David Lopez, Oral Roberts University; Jonathan V Ophus, Oral Roberts University
Tagged Divisions
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)
integratesinnovative technologies, such as sensors, automated controls, and data-driven algorithms. Thissystem monitors vital environmental variables, including moisture levels, temperature, andnutrient concentrations [1]. By allowing precise control over these parameters, the innovativeirrigation system aims to create an optimized plant growth environment, promoting waterconservation and healthy plant development. The ability to remotely control and adjust thesevariables in real-time adds the technological sophistication essential for modern, sustainableteaching.Collaboration with the Biology Department has been instrumental in identifying and addressingthe unique biological needs of plants within this system. For the biology team, participation wasvoluntary
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Development of SMART Farm Kit for Experiencing STEM Integrated Education in Biotechnology and Agriculture

Conference Session
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session 1
Collection
2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Woongbin Park, Purdue University; Yunjin Lim, Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation; Jung Han, Purdue University; Hyeree Cho, Purdue University; Seokyoung Kwon; Juhyun Kim, Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education
Tagged Divisions
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)
address the foodcrisis in rapidly urbanizing societies [1]. However, in contemporary educational settings,opportunities for students to engage with agriculture and biotechnology are insufficient andlimited due to urbanization. At the same time, there is a growing need for an integratededucational approach in schools to prepare future generations. In this context, the SMART farmkit was developed in response to the increasing demand for future global issues. From aneducational perspective, the SMART farm kit can be an excellent educational tool that bridgesthe STEM disciplines, literally integrating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics toprovide holistic and authentic learning experiences. By focusing on agriculture, the SMARTfarm
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Sustainable Lunar Agriculture in Experiential Learning: Integrating Innovative Technologies for Space Farming

Conference Session
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session 1
Collection
2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Madhumi Mitra Ph.D, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Jesu Raj Pandya, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Alena Zheng, University of Maryland College Park
Tagged Topics
Diversity
Tagged Divisions
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)
Highland Simulant 1 (LHS-1) and Mexico Lunar Mare 1 (MLM-1), (c)mastering aeroponics, and (d) developing skills in data collection, analysis, and research design.Students were assessed on their ability to program FarmBot for automated watering and plantmonitoring, as well as maintaining and troubleshooting the Tower Garden’s aeroponic systems.They formulated hypotheses, designed experiments, and analyzed key variables such as regolithconcentration and watering schedules. Growth metrics, including leaf width and plant height, werecollected and analyzed. Findings were communicated through written reports and oralpresentations, strengthening their scientific communication skills. This program inspires STEMstudents to tackle space agriculture
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Investigating the capabilities and limitations of ChatGPT to perform programming assignments from an introductory R programming course

Conference Session
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session
Collection
2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Lucie Guertault, North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Tagged Divisions
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)
Paper ID #46672Investigating the capabilities and limitations of ChatGPT to perform programmingassignments from an introductory R programming courseDr. Lucie Guertault, North Carolina State University at Raleigh ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Investigating the capabilities and limitations of ChatGPT to perform programming assignments from an introductory R programming course 1. IntroductionLarge language models (LLMs) are generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools capable ofperforming various natural language processing tasks such as generating text and engaging inconversations with
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Student Self-Reported Knowledge Gains from Reflection Implementation in Two Biological and Agricultural Engineering Courses

Conference Session
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session
Collection
2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Christopher Isaac Camacho, University of Texas at El Paso; Toluwalase Opanuga, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Tagged Topics
Diversity
Tagged Divisions
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)
demonstrateddifferences in the impact each BAE course had on students’ knowledge gains that wereconsistent with the reflection implementation in each course. Ultimately, this study revealed thatthe RKGI is a valuable tool that can provide insight concerning reflection instruction andimplementation.I. IntroductionEngineering’s accreditation student outcome ABET 7 is concerned with students developing anability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies [1].Implied in this outcome is students’ transition from a reliance on pedagogy to andragogy. Theterm pedagogy refers to a structured style and method of learning that relies heavily oninstructors to help students meet learning objectives. Andragogy is adult learning
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Work In Progress: Mentorship Matters—Shaping the Professional Pathways of Biological Engineering Students

Conference Session
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session
Collection
2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Leslie Bartsch Massey, University of Arkansas
Tagged Topics
Diversity
Tagged Divisions
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)
connection, students gained valuable networkingopportunities and access to industry professionals, enabling discussions on career pathways, jobexpectations, and strategies for success in the field.Piloted in Fall 2024, the program was open to all undergraduate students. It followed a mentorcircle format, with groups of two to four students paired with two industry mentors. Thesegroups met monthly for 1 to 1.5 hours, either in person or remotely, based on the preferences ofeach circle. Mentor circle assignments were made based on availability, facilitated by BENGfaculty and representatives from the Arkansas Academy of Biological and AgriculturalEngineering.Participant demographics, program engagement, mentor-mentee relationship quality, andprogram
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WIP: Biomanufacturing in Appalachia - Experimental Design of a Bioengineering Training Program

Conference Session
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session
Collection
2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition
Authors
Richard Cody Prince, East Tennessee State University; PAMELA J. MIMS, East Tennessee State University; Aruna Kilaru, East Tennessee State University; Lindsay Lee, Michigan State University
Tagged Divisions
Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)
studentreadiness by providing real-world experience and exposure to industry expectations (Brassard etal., 2019).Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of the biomanufacturing program’sprofessional development modules on students’ content knowledge, technical ability, and softskills over time, including industry partners’ perception of work readiness. The followingresearch questions guided this inquiry: 1. To what extent, does student content knowledge of biomanufacturing & technical proficiency change after participation in the biomanufacturing pipeline program’s training modules. 2. To what extent does a student's soft skills (i.e., time management, personal reliability, teamwork, and leadership
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