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AppState Fermentation Sciences

An interdisciplinary program that provides students with strong background in chemistry, biology, bu

North Carolina has more than 100 wineries and just as many craft breweries, and the number of craft distilleries is catching up. The Fermentation Sciences (BS) degree at Appalachian State University, a unique feature of the University since 2012, is building an educated, innovative workforce for an array of diverse career fields. An interdisciplinary degree within the College of Arts and Sciences, Fermentation Sciences provides students with a strong background in Chemistry and Biology with a food and beverage-based focus in Biotechnology and Sustainability. Faculty members have developed industry collaborations with local vineyards, wineries, breweries, distilleries, and biotechnology businesses to provide students with practical experience. Students leave Appalachian prepared to lead the workforce in fermentation sciences and are qualified to develop or manage businesses. Fermentation is inherently sustainable and environmentally compatible. Fermentation: is the cornerstone of sustainable food systems; permits the availability of meat, cheeses and fruit year-round; develops a scientific understanding to take an unpredictable process and create a more secure process for the preservation of food; incorporates aspects of sustainable business and sustainable practices (water usage, renewable resources and technologies).

10/13/2026

Dr. Nancy Asen, assistant professor, has published an article in Sustainable Food Proteins.

More info:
tinyurl.com/car797az

10/07/2026

Dr. Brett Taubman discussed Rootsii on the Sept. 18 episode of the Agriculture in North Carolina podcast.

Listen here:
tinyurl.com/55enxfb5

10/06/2026

Join the App State CFS faculty! We are hiring an Assistant Professor and an Associate Professor of Chemistry. We prefer candidates with a research focus in the areas of biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, chemical education or a combination of these subdisciplines. Candidates must demonstrate a dedication to excellence in teaching, preparedness for establishing a successful research program with undergraduate students, and a strong commitment to service and community engagement.

Apply here:
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56076

10/05/2026

We held our Welcome-Back Cookie Day on 9/8. As part of this event, students completed "I am a scientist because..." posters for us. Here are a few of those.

10/01/2026

Dr. Folarin Oguntoyinbo, associate professor, has published an article in the International Journal of Food Science.

More info:
tinyurl.com/ycyjwhuy

09/15/2026

Unearth the Voyage ranked App State's Fermentation Sciences program #2 on their list of "15 Unusually Cool College Degrees That Actually Exist."

Read the article:
tinyurl.com/3mp9yu32

08/28/2026

TOMORROW! High County B**r Fest returns for its 19th year. Come out and support App State Fermentation Sciences!

More info/buy tickets:
hcbeerfest.com

08/24/2026

Welcome to a new semester, Mountaineers! We wish you a successful one.

08/04/2026

The News & Observer has covered Rootsii (our sweet potato milk project) recently.

Read the article:
tinyurl.com/5xx3v3rr

07/28/2026

Erik Martella, Lecturer and W**e Specialist, has been recognized by SevenFifty Daily for "reimagining w**e education as a tool for career access, confidence, and opportunity—and enticing younger drinkers into the world of w**e in the process." Congratulations, Erik!

Read the article:
tinyurl.com/2xc8zt5v

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