Department of Applied Sciences & Chemical Engineering, Tribhuvan University from Nepal was awarded an Innovation Grant (IG) to implement the project “Waste to Wealth: Plastic Free Himalayan Rivers to Advanced Functional Materials”

The project aims to focus on redesigning within the Parley AIR thematic areas, specifically the complete conversion of plastic waste into functional carbon materials. Additionally, it involves producing plastic materials for local use, such as ropes and plant pots. Activities related to the Avoid and Intercept thematic areas are also included in the project’s scope.

Established in 1959, Tribhuvan University (TU), is one of Nepal’s oldest and largest institutions of higher learning. TU is dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering academic excellence in a variety of disciplines. As a comprehensive public university, they serve as a hub for research, innovation, and intellectual development, catering to the educational needs of thousands of students.
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