Research
Our Research Focus
The Smart Crop Lab conducts innovative research in controlled environment agriculture, focusing on developing sustainable technologies and methods for crop production in protected environments.
Our interdisciplinary approach combines expertise in agricultural science, engineering, and computer science to address complex challenges in food production and environmental sustainability.
Smart Farming & Agricultural IoT
Our lab develops smart farming technologies that integrate IoT sensors, data analytics, and automated control systems to optimize crop growth conditions and resource use efficiency.
Key research areas include:
- IoT sensor networks for environmental monitoring
- AI-based decision support systems for crop management
- Precision agriculture techniques for protected environments
- Automated climate control systems
Environmental Control Systems
We research advanced systems for controlling environmental parameters in protected cropping facilities, such as greenhouses, vertical farms, and plant factories.
Current projects focus on:
- Energy-efficient climate control algorithms
- CO₂ enrichment strategies
- Light optimization for plant growth
- Humidity and temperature management
Sustainable Crop Production
Our research aims to develop sustainable methods for crop production that minimize environmental impact while maximizing yield and quality.
Research areas include:
- Water and nutrient recycling systems
- Energy-efficient growing practices
- Carbon footprint reduction strategies
- Integrated pest management approaches
Plant-Environment Interactions
We study how plants respond to various environmental conditions in controlled settings to optimize growing protocols for different crop species.
Current research includes:
- Plant responses to different light spectra
- Effects of environmental stressors on crop quality
- Optimization of growing conditions for specialty crops
- Phenotyping in controlled environments