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Funding kick-starts UPEI 'green' chemist's research into biodegradable plastics |
A UPEI ‘green’ chemist who is working to develop vegetation-based
plastics to reduce dependence on petroleum-based products and minimize
the impact on the environment has been recognized by the Canada
Foundation for Innovation (CFI).
Dr. Michael Shaver will receive $83,731 towards the cost of essential
equipment for his research on the design of homogeneous catalysts for
application in green chemical reactions and polymerizations.
Green chemistry is a set of chemical ideals that drive many chemists
towards sustainable and environmentally friendly operations.
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