"I find this program to be well organized and effective. I think that both academic and applied studies performed by students are valuable."

The CBE "provides well-trained, enthusiastic scientists with excellent communication skills

and experience working in teams." 

Robert Larson, 

The Procter & Gamble Co.

"Students interact with industrial associates at Technical Advisory Committee meetings, 

gaining industrial perspective which fosters more industrially relevant research. Students are well mentored in the CBE and are generally well polished in their presentations, providing positive impressions to prospective employers."

BP-Amoco Corporation

"The CBE trains students for industrially relevant careers in microbial problem solving. The singularly most appealing aspect of this program is the strong emphasis (in theory and in practice) on multi-disciplinary approaches and interactions. Students accustomed to multi-disciplinary teams will find secure homes in industry."

Eastman Kodak Co.

"The interdisciplinary educational approach of the CBE gives students a unique background that closely matches industrial requirements. Center graduates are able to transition smoothly into the ‘real world’ and bring along expertise which generally may require the hiring of several experts."

S.C. Johnson & Son

"I find that the students participating in the CBE are exposed to a much more diverse world of science than are grad students at other universities. The personal interaction and intellectual growth that is possible within the CBE is mind boggling and seems limited only by one’s desire to participate and learn. It seems obvious that students coming out of the CBE are much more ‘ready’ for industrial employment than is the usual graduate we interview."

Nalco Chemical Co.

"The academic and hands on experience at the CBE sets it apart from the other universities that I have been associated with. A young person can graduate from the CBE and have an impact on the job very quickly."

James Howell,

Westinghouse Savannah River Co.