Course:VANT149/2023/Capstone/Science/Team23

Abstract

In the search for increasing the quality of crop outcomes, many studies have occurred in the agronomy production sector. Currently, one intriguing factor that has gained attention in recent years: the potential interference of music on plant growth. Our research focuses on studying the effects of music on plant growth, specifically investigating the differences in growth patterns between plants exposed to music and those without any musical stimulation. This experimental research sought to analyze additional insights conducted by measuring different frequencies (Low-fidelity, Pop and Classical) in three plants from different species (Basil, Beans and Cosmos) through the recurrent observation of the growth and development of these with the data collection obtained. Future Vantage students might find underlying mechanisms through which music affects plant development. By measuring different frequencies of music, such as low-fidelity, pop, and classical, we can gain insights into which types of sounds are more conducive to plant growth.

Biographies

Jimin Han is a UBC Science student from South Korea. She has an interest in animals and enjoys exploring new things. She has experience volunteering at the Korean-speaking Forum at UBC. She is passionate about helping people and loves spending time playing with her dogs.

Matilda Ruiz is a UBC international student from Chile. She is interested in biology and aims to major in microbiology and immunology.

Mariana Koga Hirano is an UBC international science undergraduate from Brazil passionate about exploring new cultures and languages, being an avid traveler and an enthusiastic photographer.

Rodrigo Mattos is a Brazilian university student at UBC. He has a great interest in technology and programming, aiming to major in computer science. He also is very connected with music, both through learning music theory and practicing musical instruments.