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Lucas’ Agritech Project

Lucas Lin, 7 December 20237 December 2023

In conceptualizing an innovative fusion of technology and agriculture, I embarked on the creation of a transparent NFT aquaponic system, with a distinct emphasis on visualizing not only the dynamic processes within plant roots but every aspect of the system. Motivated by the simplicity and practicality of NFT design, my…

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Freddie’s Agritech Project

Freddie Yang, 7 December 2023

Introduction: My agritect project is a hydroponic plant growing system that utilized both aeroponics and vertical farming method for the basic planting mechanism, here I list some benefits of the aeroponic system: My project contains a self-circulated water and nutrient system, and a wooden frame that provides lights on a…

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Eadin’s Agritech Project

Eadin Wang, 7 December 20237 December 2023

Introduction and aim of the project For final project, I would like to extent what we have learned about urban farming technologies to a broader conceptual framework, to discuss certain social issues and make the best of technology in this process. Ultimately, I wish to stimulate more of people’s awareness…

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Peirong’s Agritech Project

Peirong Li, 6 December 20237 December 2023

Introduction and aim Hydroponic farming is an innovative agricultural practice that enables crop cultivation without the use of soil. Its primary advantages include precise control over environmental conditions, efficient water usage, and minimized labor requirements. This method incorporates various technologies that can be enhanced through automation, leading to improved crop…

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Mushroom Growing Chamber

Hansa Mirpuri & Jessie Xia, 5 December 20237 December 2023

Mushrooms are an extremely interesting and versatile type of fungus. Not only can we eat them as food, but we can also use them to help break down sources of pollution such as from plastic bags to oil spills. These qualities of mushrooms are especially useful in today’s world where…

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Seed Starting Workshop

Eadin Wang & Freddie Yang, 3 December 2023

As we summarize useful insights from our previous research in urban farming, we found that, although people get interested in urban farming, they lack fundamental knowledges hands-on experiences with growing plants. On the other hand, seeing and understanding the difficulties of the process of growing food raises people’s respect for…

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Grow Your Own Microgreens

Jessie Xia & Sherry Qiu, 3 December 20233 December 2023

Our goal for this workshop is to make urban farming more accessible to a wider range of people, and to give them hands-on experience. In our previous research project, we realized that a lot of people see urban farming as an unattainable concept that requires high technology and a lot…

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The Impact of Urban Farming on Psychological Well-being in University Settings

Eadin Wang & Freddie Yang, 3 December 20233 December 2023

Growing food and non-food crops in and near cities contributes to healthy communities by engaging residents in work and recreation that improves individual and public well-being. Apart from the promotion of food security and physical urban environments, urban farming brings significant mental benefits to individuals and their communities. This article…

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Crop Vulnerability: The Price of Limited Natural Selection in Farming

Lucas Lin, 3 December 20233 December 2023

The story of agriculture is a tale of human ingenuity, dating back to as early as 11,000 BCE, when our ancestors began the journey of mass-producing food. Its profound impact on humanity is undeniable, supporting livelihoods, providing raw materials, and building strong economies through trade. However, as we benefits of…

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Why children in cities need to garden

Hansa Mirpuri, 3 December 20233 December 2023

Urbanization is a positive indicator of a country’s growth in wealth and development, yet it is also a step back in terms of being an unsupportive environment for people’s well-being, especially children. According to a study conducted by Aarhus University in Denmark, “children who grow up in less green environments…

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