Our research focuses on a variety of topics related to urban agriculture, including:

  1. Hydroponics & Aeroponics: Optimizing soilless farming techniques for higher yield and resource efficiency.
  2. Vertical Farming: Exploring multi-layer growing systems to maximize production in limited spaces. In our state-of-the-art indoor vertical farm, we are cultivating a variety of leafy greens, including multiple lettuce varieties, herbs, and microgreens. Our research focuses on optimizing plant growth in controlled environments ‘Plant factory’ to produce nutrient dense, highly functional fresh foods that meet the growing demand for healthy and sustainable options in urban areas.
  3. Sustainable Resource Management: Efficient water, nutrient, and energy use to minimize waste.
  4. Smart Agriculture & IoT Integration: Utilizing sensors, automation, and AI to enhance urban farming efficiency.
  5. Nutrient-Rich Food: We aim to produce crops that are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants using a hydroponic system. Nutrient-rich foods that support better human health.
  6. Energy Efficiency: Energy consumption is a major concern in indoor farming. We are developing strategies to reduce energy usage through LED lighting optimization, temperature regulation, AI integration, and smart environmental controls. This not only lowers operational costs but also makes the farming process more sustainable.
  7. Climate Resilience & Urban Green Spaces: Investigating ways to mitigate climate change through urban agricultural solutions.
  8. Food Security & Community Engagement: Promoting local food production and accessibility in urban areas and fresh food donation

Projects 

Multistate-NE2335: A novel strategy for antioxidant-rich vegetable production in an indoor vertical farming system

Multistate - WERA1053: Evaluate the high value crops for urban indoor hydroponic vertical farming system

USDA SCBGP: Grape resilience production in Nevada