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UGA College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences Center for Applied Genetic Technologies
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Learn more about the history, mission and funding behind the Center for Applied Genetic Technologies.
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CAGT Research
CAGT researchers focus on the genetic improvement of Georgia crop plants.
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CAGT faculty are all part of the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (UGA CAES). Learn more about advanced degree opportunities with CAGT.
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CAGT Events

Locations: will be held in-person in Griffin and remotely via Zoom in Athens and Tifton. Room locations TBD.
Jul 01
1:00PM - 3:00PM PBGG Thesis Defense Seminar: The Mid-Chill UGA-UF-USDA Joint Peach Breeding Program: Pedigree Analysis and Novel Sources of Genetic Diversity by Caitlin McCann
An exciting way to kick off the new school year, the CAES Alumni Association hosts Ag Dawg Kickoff to welcome students, faculty, and staff at the start of every fall semester. Attendees are provided with food, musical entertainment, and student club exhibits. The event allows students, faculty, and staff to interact and discover ways to get involved with activities offered by CAES. Are you a CAES alumni interested in volunteering at Ag Dawg Kickoff? Sign up to reserve your spot and get a free t-shirt!  
Aug 20
5:30PM - 7:30PM Ag Dawg Kickoff Livestock Arena, Athens, GA
Join us for the Plant Synthetic Biology Symposium on August 26-28, 2025, at the University of Georgia Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries. Registration cost is $150.
Aug 26
08/26 5:00PM - 08/28 12:00PM 2025 Plant Synthetic Biology Symposium Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries, Athens, GA

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Center for Applied Genetic Technologies
111 Riverbend Rd
Athens, Georgia 30602

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