Course:VANT149/2025/Capstone/Science/Team26

Abstract

This project investigates the effects of different magnetic field strengths on the growth of radish (Raphanus sativus) plants. Three treatment groups—low, medium, and high magnetic fields—along with a control group were observed over a two-week period. Measurements focused on plant height, leaf area, and number of leaves. The results showed that the high magnetic field group had the most significant growth, suggesting a potential stimulatory effect. In contrast, the low field group experienced early growth but later showed signs of stunted development. The study provides insights into how physical environmental factors like magnetism can influence plant physiology.

Keywords: Magnetic field, Radish growth, Plant physiology, Leaf area, Environmental factors

Biographies

Person 1

Yichang Yang is a first-year student in the Vantage Science program at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on the application of data analysis and statistics in scientific studies. He is looking forward to learning more about data-driven research methods at the conference.

Person 2

Yuqian Bai is a first-year student in the Vantage Science program at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on how different magnetic field intensities affect the growth of hydroponic radishes. He is personally interested in this topic because of its potential applications in sustainable agriculture and indoor farming systems.

Person 3

Hongyang Gong is a first-year student in the Vantage Science program at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on the effects of different magnetic fields on plant growth. He is personally interested in this topic because of his curiosity about how physical forces interact with living organisms.