BAN Lab Detroit's Vision
BAN Lab Detroit is a collaborative interdisciplinary lab with the goal of making Detroit a hub for biobased materials, starting with the BAN Plastics Project, a line of biomaterial bags.
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Science
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Develop Accessible & Affordable Bio-based Material and Products
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Use Existing Waste Streams for Material and Products Creation
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Foster Collaboration, Education, & Industry Growth
Products & Services
Bio-based Consumer Products
We provide bio-based products that are accessible and affordable for the average consumer
Workshops & co-working space
Our interdisciplinary space allows for co-working and educational opportunities for designers & researchers interested in the biomaterials industry
biomaterial product Design Licensing
Our in-house designer can help you create the perfect bio-based product line
The problem with plastics in consumer products
Less than 20% of textiles recycled
plastics are detrimental for Environment and Human Health
Biomaterial textile alternatives to harmful plastics are in high demand
The BAN PLASTICS PROJECT Initiative
Our first project at BAN Lab Detroit will be sustainable bio-based bags that can be used as an alternative to existing synthetic plastic bags.
The BAN plastics product DEVELOPMENT CYCLE
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1. IDEA GENERATION
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2. RESEARCH & MATERIAL Development
Seaweed - Alginate
Agricultural Waste - Glycerin
Food Industry Waste - Gelatin
Prototype Materials
Texture Comparison to Current Products
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3. MANUFACTURE PRODUCT
The BAN PLASTICS PROJECT Initiative
BAN Bags
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT
BAN LAB DETROIT'S MISSION
What interests you most about working with biomaterials?
How likely are you to attend a workshop on how to create bio-based plastics?
Which membership benefit is most important to you?
The BAN Lab Detroit Founders and CEOs
Brittanie Dabney
Environmental Scientist
Chief Scientific Officer
Najah Thomas-Young
Designer
Chief Creative Officer
The BAN Lab team is competent in the design, creation, and testing of biomaterial products that are ready to bring to market. We believe an interdisciplinary approach is key between designers, scientists, and other disciplines to move us forward to a sustainable future.
OUR PARTNERS
