Dr. Matthew Darr is the BioCentury Research Farm Administrative Leader and leads the Digital Ag research group. His current research emphasis includes equipment development for enhanced densification and logistics for cellulosic biomass feedstock, optimized storage and material upgrading for long term biomass feedstock stability, and machinery automation to support both biomass feedstock collection and optimal fertilizer placement.

Education:

• Ph.D. Food, Agricultural, and Biological Engineering, The Ohio State University, 2007
• M.S. Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, University of Kentucky, 2004
• B.S. Food, Agricultural, and Biological Engineering, The Ohio State University, 2002