H20 : ChitoCase


Students Dulaine Jayaratna
School HDSB - Pilgrim Wood Public School - Oakville
Level Junior 7/8 - Grade 8
Group Group 11 - Engineering and Computing IV
Abstract The project aims to create an affordable, durable, biodegradable phone case made from chitin, a byproduct of the seafood industry. This alternative to plastic cases would reduce landfill waste while repurposing a commonly discarded material.
Awards
Group Award Prize
Merit AwardsBronze Merit Award$ 60
Venture Academy at McMaster University AwardsVenture Academy ScholarshipFree scholarship for one week of summer camp