UM researcher Thilini Dissanayake holds up a canola-based product that could replace plastic. Source: Jon Hendricks, CTV

CTV Winnipeg: Canada Research chair in food proteins and bio products, Nandika Bandara, on a new alternative for plastic

July 24, 2023 —

Nandika Bandara, Canada research chair in food proteins and bio products talks to CTV Winnipeg about developing an alternative to petroleum-based plastics using a by-product of canola processing as a replacement.

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Bisons at the Centre of Sustainability

How these founders of Mondetta—all three UM alumni—built a clothing giant in sustainability from Manitoba

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Celebrate the Journey at Fall Convocation

Convocation is a significant milestone on each Bison’s journey. From the moment students arrive on campus for Orientation, their path is leading to this: crossing the stage after years of hard work to receive their parchment in front of family, friends and fellow students. Get the details and meet some of the people being celebrated at Fall Convocation.

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