College of Science, Engineering & Technology
Unisa explores collaborative opportunities through cutting-edge 4IR lab
The university’s College of Science, Engineering and Technology recently visited West Coast College in the Western Cape to explore collaborative research opportunities through the cutting-edge Fourth Industrial Revolution laboratory recently established there. Read more
Hat-trick of excellence as three Unisans scoop top medical research awards
The South African Medical Research Council has recognised the outstanding contributions to health research of Unisa’s Professors Zilungile Mkhize-Kwitshana, Lindiwe Zungu and Usisipho Feleni at its prestigious 11th Scientific Merit Awards (image credit: SAMRC). Read more
Leading expert in alternative fuels production takes on Unisa's energy catalytic niche area
Prof Xinying Liu was recently appointed as a Distinguished Professor in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology to lead the university's energy catalytic niche area, with a specific focus on the production of alternative and green liquid fuels for off-grid and rural applications. Read more
Unisa empowers educators with practical coding and robotics skills
The Unisa Science Engagement Centre recently conducted a robotics and coding workshop to empower more than 600 educators from various schools across the country. Read more
Unisa to partner with Government to tackle water, energy and infrastructure challenges
Following a recent visit by a ministerial delegation, Unisa is set to partner with the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure in addressing the country's water, energy and infrastructure challenges while contributing to the development of young professionals. Read more
Unisa bridging the gaps
Unisa students from all over the world are transforming their theory lessons through hands-on laboratory practicals. Read more
Unisa cements relations with universities and organisations in China
Ahead of the 16th BRICS Summit recently held in Russia, Unisa set out to cement its relations with China through the signing of memoranda of understanding with two universities and co-hosting a symposium in that country's Zhejiang Province. Read more
"Designing clean water storage systems is deeply personal to me"
Nonkululeko Malomane, a Master of Science in Chemistry candidate in the Institute for Nanotechnology and Water Sustainability, and Unisa’s 2024 FameLab SA heat winner, is driven by a desire to create innovative solutions for sustainable water management that will benefit her community and society at large. Read more
Unisa sets out to strengthen BRICS partnerships with Brazilian universities
Responding to the Principal and Vice-Chancellor’s call for partnerships and the institution of working relations through memoranda of understanding with Brazilian universities, a Unisa delegation led by the Executive Dean of the university’s College of Science, Engineering and Technology recently set out on a collaboration visit to Universidade de São Paulo in Brazil. Read more
Great strides towards concretising Unisa-PMC partnership
Following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the university and the Palabora Mining Company earlier this year, PMC employees were recently assisted in enrolling for undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications at the institution. Read more