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Producing high-quality research is the goal
Having advanced from a Y2 to a C2 NRF research rating, Prof Felix Bankole says that the recognition shows the impact and quality of his research outputs in the field of computing. Read more
Humble farm manure the key to addressing energy poverty
In his inaugural lecture, CSET's Prof Christopher Enweremadu discussed the prospects of using farm manure and solar radiation to provide the non-electrified population with access to quality energy. Read more
Established scholar aims high
After receiving a C2 re-rating by the NRF for his expertise in the field of engineering, Prof Xinying Liu says that he aims to work even harder to get a better rating next time. Read more
Talking science simply through FameLab
Master's student, Ginny Sasha Tito, rose to the challenge of communicating science to a general audience and took top honours at the Unisa heat of FameLab SA 2021. Read more
Still making a mark in research even in retirement
A retired Unisa academic and researcher re-rated C2 by the NRF, Prof Ruth de Villiers believes that her present contributions to Unisa - through advancing growth in research and scholarship - are making the greatest impact yet. Read more
Head of iNanoWS celebrates C3-rating for outstanding body of research
Prof Thabo Nkambule, Head of the Institute for Nanotechnology and Water Sustainability, is celebrating his NRF C-rating awarded owing to a body of impactful research. In this article, he shares his research interests and passion for mentoring upcoming scholars. Read more
'Robotics for all' one step closer
A community engagement flagship project of the College of Science, Engineering and Technology is introducing robotics to communities in all the indigenous languages. Read more
Thinking out of the box, Unisa researcher targets innovation in water treatment
Through his research Prof. Thabo Nkambule is targeting the challenge that rapid urbanisation has created by pushing up pollution and placing a strain on water treatment capacity Read more
Making the all-important connection between academia and industry
Unisa scientist Dr Mark Smith has set his sights on establishing direct interaction between students and the chemical industry with his election as the Chairperson of the Central Division of the South Africa Chemical Institute. Read more
"The quest for women's equality is a marathon and each one of us have a lap to run"
Prof Judy van Biljon, the SARChI Chair in Information and Communication for Development (ICT4D) at Unisa, was nominated by the CSIR for Gender STI's #WomenInLeadership Campaign, which celebrates women leaders in science, technology and innovation. #WomenInLeadership, #IWD2021, #GenderSTI Read more
