Hiroshige NISHINA

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Dr. Hiroshige Nishina is a pioneering figure in agricultural engineering, best known for advancing the **Speaking Plant Approach (SPA)** and developing **Intelligent Greenhouse Systems (IGS)** . His core research integrates plant physiology with real-time environmental control, creating greenhouses that "listen" to plant responses to optimize growth conditions. His most cited work, "Development of Speaking Plant Approach Technique for Intelligent Greenhouse" (2015, 36 citations), establishes the foundational framework for IGS, building on Udink ten Cate’s original SPA concept. This paper outlines how sensor-driven feedback loops can automate irrigation, ventilation, and lighting based on plant stress signals. Dr. Nishina further expanded this vision in "Development of a Multi-Operation System for Intelligent Greenhouses" (2013, 6 citations), demonstrating modular control systems for diverse crop environments. His contributions are vital for sustainable, high-efficiency agriculture, reducing resource waste while maximizing yield. By bridging plant science and automation, Dr. Nishina’s work inspires next-generation smart farming technologies, making him a key reference for researchers in precision agriculture and controlled-environment horticulture.