Kyambogo lecturer wins sh385.8m grant for cassava-based packaging
"I won this project last year, the support is coming into developing eco-friendly packaging materials from cassava waste and other bio-waste materials in East Africa," Kyayesimira told New Vision in an exclusive interview.
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(L-R) Julius Ecuru, Manager Bioinnovate Africa/icipe receiving a gift from Prof. Diriisa Mugampoza, Dean Faculty of Science Kyambogo University, Dr. Santa Maria Asio Head of Department Biological Sciences Kyambogo University as Dr. Juliet Kyayesimira, Project Manager and Shira Mukiibi, Business Development Manager Bioinnovate Africa/icipe look on. This was during the funders' visit on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at Kyambogo University. (Credit: Colleb Mugume)
By NewVision Reporter
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In a bid to eliminate polythene bags from the East African market, Kyambogo University has embarked on a research project to introduce environmentally friendly packaging materials