Dr. Asseng’s research interests are to develop mathematical modeling and computer simulation of agricultural and biological systems related to climate variability, climate change and sustainability. He aims to apply these tools to explore adaptation strategies for improving food security in sustainable agricultural systems in the context of climate change. The complexity of the above research goals requires a strong focus on the development and expansion of interdisciplinary research teams including crop modelers, crop physiologists, breeders, soil scientists, hydrologists, climatologists, economists and biostatisticians.