In the realm of scientific research and exploration, the presentation and interpretation of complex data has traditionally relied heavily on visual representations. However, with the advent of innovative techniques, the use of sound and music to depict scientific data and biological processes has emerged as a powerful tool.

By leveraging the pivotal roles that sight and hearing play in human communication and our understanding of the world around us, the utilization of sound and music not only offers a fresh perspective to scientists but also provides a new way to communicate scientific findings with students and the general public. Moreover, it serves as a valuable tool for those who are visually impaired.

From comprehending star brightness and protein folding to deciphering ocean water chemistry, this tool has been instrumental in unraveling a wide range of scientific phenomena. And now, its applications have extended to effectively communicating and sharing valuable insights derived from crop models.

Crop models are sophisticated computer-based tools that simulate and predict the growth, development, and yield of crops under different environmental conditions. They integrate various parameters such as climate data, soil properties, crop characteristics, and management practices to provide valuable insights into how crops respond to different stressors.

A new paper published in in silico Plants present new software that visually and audibly represents simulations of crops in real-time.

Researcher Simone Bregaglio and colleagues at the Council for Agricultural Research and Economics developed mandala, which is able to reproduce plant physiological processes to understand the effects of cold, heat, and drought stresses on crop growth and development.