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Exploring the future of the automotive sector: Insights from Unisa's CNA Research Symposium
From electric vehicles to global economic impacts, the Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium highlighted how technological advancements and sustainable practices are driving the future of automotive innovation. 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
Day two of CNA Research Symposium focuses on aviation, aeronautics and strategic funding
The discussions of the second day of Unisa's Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium, comprising top national and international experts, focused on developments in aviation and aeronautics, and seed funding opportunities. Read more
Unisa women researchers shine at the 2024 SAWiSA ceremony
The Department of Science and Innovation has recognised three of Unisa’s College of Science, Engineering and Technology staff and students for their excellence in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics at its 2024 South African Women in Science Awards ceremony. Read more
Young, successful and heading towards greatness
Augmented reality (AR) is an emerging cutting-edge technology in marketing. Dr Kate Mmalebuso Ngobeni, the youngest Unisa female staff member to attain a doctoral degree at the age of 28 in 2023, addressed the underexplored realm of AR in marketing research, with a particular focus on its application in online shopping for high-involvement products in her PhD thesis Read more
Unisa Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium seeks to demystify misconceptions about expectations and research in the CNAs
A globally renowned scholar in 4IR will share his views during the inaugural Catalytic Niche Area (CNA) Symposium from 14 to 15 August at the Muckleneuk Campus. The CNAs are a strategic Unisa priority, but the implementation and take-up have been slower than expected. Read more
Unpacking vital mentor-mentee dynamics in postdoctoral research
Speaking at the National Postdoctoral Fellowship Forum at Unisa, HR expert Amanda Glaeser emphasised the necessity of aligning expectations between mentors and mentees, and the chemistry required for successful collaborations in postdoctoral research. Read more
Distinguished Unisa academic associate earns a global recognition for his research prowess
Professor extraordinaire within the iNanoWS at Unisa, Prof Jianxin Li, recently had a sit down with the Unisa PVC, Prof Puleng LenkaBula after being recognised at the Unisa Research and Innovation awards ceremony for his internationally acclaimed NRF B1-rating. Read more
Student startup powered by Unisa’s DITTC revolutionises online examinations
Assisted by the Directorate of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Commercialisation, Bonginkosi Mabaso has devised a groundbreaking, innovative solution that ensures students can stay connected for their online examinations even when their internet connection drops. Read more
Meet the youngest NRF Y2-rated Associate Professor of Mathematics Education in South Africa
A trailblazer at 31, the College of Education's Prof Hlamulo Mbhiza holds a number of firsts and was also recipient of the 2023 Principal’s Award for Research Excellence. Read more
