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The name of the game

In his inaugural lecture, Unisa's Prof Hossein Jafari concentrated on fractional calculus and some of the mathematical methods that have been introduced during the last few decades in applied mathematics and engineering. Read more

An increase in job polarisation

Rapid advancements in science and technological innovations are seeing middle-range routine jobs destroyed, while there is a growth in highly-skilled low/high ends and those that require social and interpersonal skills, says Unisa's Prof Hossana Twinomurinzi. Read more

Work-based placement at four South African mining schools

A recent paper by Lucky Maseko of Unisa's Department of Electrical and Mining Engineering concludes that the commitment of universities, preparedness of university teachers, and the desire for equity and excellence play an important role in the provision of WIL. Read more

Meet the Unisan making her mark on the world of science

Recent Unisa graduate Dr Takalani Madima-Cele was acknowledged as one of the exceptional young women scientists conducting research in sub-Saharan Africa at the L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Awards in Nairobi, Kenya, at the end of last year. Read more

Joining forces in membranes and material science

Unisa's College of Science, Engineering and Technology hosted a seminar with delegates from Tianjin Polytechnic University, China, last month. Read more

Gumbi represents Africa at IYPT launch

On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Unisa congratulates Nozipho Gumbi, who delivered a periodic-table-dedicated address at the official launch of the International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements in Paris last month. Read more

Passion for science makes him Madiba-like

Unisan Kabelo Pheeha been chosen as one of News24’s 100 young Mandelas of the future for his unbelievable efforts to make a difference in the lives of others and his persistence to achieve his dreams against all odds. Read more