Looking for a feasible way to conduct experiments relating to slime molds fixing existing transportation systems especially in Atlanta, Georgia (U.S.)

[Ayaan Sharma]

Existing research done in transportation regarding slime molds refers to some sort of way or model in which one analyzes the growth of slime mold.
After finding and reading research in this matter I couldn't understand how this is being analyzed is it through some sort of machinery/scanners or self-created mathematical models and observations.

I mainly refer to ask a way in which I could conduct some research regarding the topic mentioned above without much scientific equipment and resources

Any help or resources regarding this matter will help me tremendously kickstart my research. I will be grateful for any advice regarding this research idea or alternatives that achievable without advance scientific equipment/ machinery.