About ABI

A-STATE ARKANSAS BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTE (A-STATE ABI)

The Arkansas Biosciences Institute at the A-State campus in Jonesboro (A-State ABI) comprises an 88,000 sq. ft. facility. It features specialized laboratories equipped with an extensive range of instruments and resources tailored for pioneering research in animal, human, and plant sciences. This infrastructure supports innovative studies and the exploration of novel advancements in science, aiming to generate discoveries that positively impact society.

Mission

The A-State ABI mission is to discover, innovate, and educate through interdisciplinary research that improves agriculture, health, and well-being in Arkansas within the statewide ABI consortium.

Vision

To serve the people of Arkansas as the leading student-centered research institute.

Core Values

The following core values serve as our guiding principles to pursue excellence in research at the A-State ABI.

• Collaboration
  We promote interdisciplinary collaboration within our institute, across A-State, and beyond, fostering a strong research environment that accelerates the pace of research and scientific discovery.
• Diversity
  We embrace diversity as a cornerstone of enriching research, bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to foster creativity, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Education
  The ABI at A-State recognizes education as a lifelong journey of growth and is committed to training future scientists in critical thinking while sharing knowledge within the scientific community and society at large.
• Engagement
  We actively engage with stakeholders including researchers, students, industry partners, policymakers, and the broader community, fostering collaboration and interaction to raise awareness of scientific research, promote scientific literacy, and inspire future scientists.
• Equity
  We are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is treated with fairness, respect, and dignity. Our objective is to offer faculty and students the support and resources necessary for their success, tailored to their specific needs.
• Growth
  The ABI at A-State empowers its faculty, staff, and students to participate in training initiatives aimed at enriching their abilities and fostering personal and professional growth. Through these opportunities, we not only cultivate individual development but also facilitate the dissemination of new knowledge across our institute and school.
• Innovation
  We foster a scientific culture with creativity, aiming to push the boundaries of knowledge to explore and develop solutions to complex scientific challenges.
• Integrity
  We are committed to upholding the highest standards of academic and research integrity, characterized by transparency in methodologies, honesty, ethical conduct, and responsible management of funding sources, adhering to established guidelines and regulations.

In summary, guided by these core values, we aim to contribute to the progress of scientific knowledge while cultivating a strong workforce dedicated to fostering competitiveness and innovation in science. Our commitment to translating technology and intellectual property from laboratories to practical applications in healthcare underscores our mission. We are confident that establishing a strong educational foundation in science will contribute significantly to driving tangible economic growth within the State of Arkansas and beyond.