Bio-Shield: Engineering a Novel Protective Soil Layer to Combat Drought and Flooding
CWSF · 2026 Environment & Climate Change
Overview
Have you ever witnessed the transformation of a dry, desert-like farm into a flooded one within a short period of time? I was determined to find a method to save our food from such rapid changes by developing a protective layer on the soil surface. In my experiment, I developed a novel "Bio-Shield" by combining materials from seaweed, clay, and wood ashes into a fluid that forms an impermeable yet breathable shield upon application to the soil surface. For my experiment, I used 18 beans and subjected them to heat and heavy rainfall. The outcomes demonstrated that the plants with shields had 13.2% more biomass, and their soil remained intact during the massive flooding simulation. This research can have a significant impact on the world by providing an environmentally friendly and affordable solution for farmers.
Awards (1)
- Selected for CWSF 2026
Competition history
- CWSF 2026
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