Growing plants without soil amongst frontier projects backed by President’s fund

Three projects that push the boundaries of science have received funds from the President's Excellence Fund for Frontier Research. The projects, which aim to grow plants without soil, teach computers to check mathematical proofs, and use nanoparticles for cancer detection, will each receive £250,000 for three years. The awards are designed to support research ideas that are potential breakthrough programs as part of the College's strategic aim of'acting'courageously. Professor Nick Jennings , Vice Provost (Research) said: "This scheme is an important way for the College to support ground-breaking frontier science. These projects have the potential to make significant global impact and it is vital that the College continues to be brave through funding innovative research that will benefit society as a whole. "I am always delighted to see the success of previous recipients of this scheme, and I can see that this year will be no exception. Through taking risks on these novel projects, Imperial will continue to achieve excellence in pioneering research." Growing plants without soil.