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Data Science topic included in annual Schroders Essay Competition

Research Stellenbosch University October 25, 2018

Caption: Prof Andrie Schoombee (Department of Economics, Prof Niel Krige, Mr Carel van der Merwe (Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science), Kesley Kaps, Prof Ingrid Woolard (Dean: Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, Jacob Kenyon, Sechaba Mokobane, Jannes Reddig, James Njuguma, Daniella Griffiths, Bianca Peters, David Rodwell, Clio von... Read more

New research initiative to reduce SA’s coastline vulnerability to global change

Latest news Nelson Mandela University Research October 24, 2018

South Africa’s oceans play a vital role in Southern Africa’s climate and weather patterns, and also influence the climate globally. However, ongoing pollution, climate change and other factors are threatening these oceans. In a bid to lessen the risk and vulnerability of the coastal zone to climate and global... Read more

Nelson Mandela University: Research helping rural community

Nelson Mandela University Research Student outreach October 19, 2018

A guesthouse in the remote Riemvasmaak conservancy area in the Northern Cape now has cost-effective access to water. This is thanks to a solar pump station developed by Nelson Mandela University’s Advanced Mechatronic Technology Centre, in collaboration with the merSETA (Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training).... Read more

Collaboration vital for tourism research

Latest news Research Unisa October 18, 2018

Conferences are a very important way of promoting tourism to South Africa. Although the numbers are often small, the visits by these high-end spenders translate into a high return, Derek Hanekom, Minister of Tourism, told delegates to the Seventh International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA) Biennial Conference hosted by... Read more

UJ Professors named among the 2018 A-Rated NRF researchers

Achievers Research University of Johannesburg September 28, 2018

Two academics from the University of Johannesburg UJ) have been named among the recipients of the 2018 National Research Foundation (NRF) top honours awards in the science and research field. Professor Jan Dirk Kramers from the Department of Geology and Prof Anthony Onwuegbuzie, a Distinguished Visiting Professor in the Faculty of Education,... Read more

Awards for Wits researchers advancing science for society

Achievers Must-Read Research University of the Witwatersrand September 27, 2018

The National Research Foundation has recognised Wits researchers for advancing their fields. The annual NRF Awards recognise research excellence in South Africa and progress in building an inclusive scientific community. The 2018 awards, in Port Elizabeth on 26 September, were themed Advancing Science for Societal Benefit. Mrs. Natalie Benjamin-Damons, a lecturer... Read more

University of Pretoria academic wins Global Young Research Award

Achievers Archives Research University of Pretoria September 25, 2018

The University of Pretoria extends its congratulations to Dr Taryn Bond-Barnard of the UP Graduate School of Technology Management (GSTM), who’s been honoured with this year’s Global Young Researcher Award in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The award is administered by the International Project Management Association (IPMA), one of two... Read more

FDA commends Rhodes’ Biopharmaceutics Research Institute

Archives Latest news Must-Read Research Rhodes University September 20, 2018

During March this year, the Rhodes University Biopharmaceutics Research Institute (BRI) was inspected by the USA’s Food & Drug Administration (US FDA) and recently received notification that the audit was successful, a great tribute and acknowledgement despite its relatively small size and modest funding. The BRI has a long-standing... Read more

PhD Research zooms in on ADHD in Higher Education

Achievers Archives Must-Read Research University of KwaZulu-Natal September 17, 2018

UKZN staffer, Dr Faaiza Shaikh, is thrilled after graduating with a PhD in Psychology which explores the management of Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms experienced by students with the disorder at the University. She examined the use of Mindfulness Breathing Meditation as a coping mechanism for addressing... Read more

Engaged Scholarship at Unisa (CSET) – Learner Research Summit

Archives Latest news Research University of South Africa August 23, 2018

The College of Science, Engineering and Technology (CSET) at the University of South Africa (UNISA) under the leadership of Professor Bhekie Mamba engages with many communities as part of its community engagement initiatives to promote science, engineering and technology (SET) as a possible career choice for learners. The College does... Read more