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Growing crops without soil may sound like a contradiction, but for the research team "Eplants" (Electronic Plants) at Linköping University, Sweden, led by Associate Professor Eleni Stavrinidou, it is not only possible, but also groundbreaking.
Arley seedlings grow on average 50% more when their root system is stimulated electrically through a new cultivation substrate. In a study published in
New study shows international researchers have developed an electrically conductive 'soil' (eSoil) for soilless cultivation.
Linkoping, Sweden (SPX) Dec 27, 2023 - Barley seedlings grow on average 50% more when their root system is stimulated electrically through a new cultivation substrate. In a study published in the journal PNAS, researchers from Linkoping
Linköping University's groundbreaking study on 'electronic soil' (eSoil) and hydroponics presents hope for sustainable urban agriculture and food security. | Health