GLBRC provides a collaborative environment in which researchers with diverse backgrounds are drawn together by their pursuit of scientific questions related to developing sustainable biofuels and bioproducts.

GLBRC research focuses on engineering bioenergy crops to enhance their environmental and economic value, generating multiple products from plant biomass, and optimizing the field-to-product pipeline.

[2] Its research is integrated across many disciplines and areas of focus, coordinating efforts between academic, federal, and private sector bodies as part of the field-to-product pipeline.

[6] Since 2007, GLBRC researchers have produced more than 1,300 scientific publications, 181 patent applications, 95 licenses or options, and five start-up companies.

[7][8] The Center employs over 400 scientists focusing on three primary research areas: sustainable cropping systems, efficient biomass conversion, and field-to-product integration.