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Unisa expert shares glimmer of hope in SA's energy crisis
Following the vision of Unisa’s Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Puleng LenkaBula, the university is positioning itself as a centre of expert knowledge in sustainable energy solutions. In this news feature, Prof Mbuyu Sumbwanyambe from CSET points out a glimmer of hope towards South Africa’s energy crisis. Read more
Unisa stakes its claim at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show
The university is continuing its internationalisation drive by participating in this premier showcase which will be attended by more than 400 exhibitors from, among others, Malawi, Botswana and India. Read more
An energy crisis and an environmental crisis: Could two problems be solved with one solution?
CSET’s Dr James Fox recently had an interview with eNCA to discuss his research project of converting waste plastic material for energy generation. A befitting discussion as South Africa is currently grappling with power cuts in the form of load shedding. Read more
From waste to valuable products
Delivering his inaugural lecture, Professor Tshwafo Motaung discussed his research into the conversion of waste into useful products that are lighter and affordable in response to the National Development Plan 2030. Read more
Wielding the power of mathematics to solve real-world problems
In his inaugural lecture, CSET’s Professor Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo discussed how mathematical operators are used to address, among others, global warming challenges. Read more
Unisan selected for prestigious Future Professors Programme
Selected from 114 applications nationwide, CSET’s Dr Nomvano Mketo will represent Unisa in the Future Professors Programme, a DHET initiative aimed at developing the qualities of academic excellence and leadership in university scholarship 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
Quality student service recognised
Professor Kemlall Ramdass from the School of Engineering and Ronel van der Merwe from the School of Computing have received the Living CSET Values Award certificate of excellence. Read more
Driven and creative
Unisan Dr Ndivhuwo Ndou is a senior lecturer in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. Find out what makes him tick. Read more
A sufficiently simple system
Prof Mantile Lekala said in his inaugural lecture that few-body physics techniques can be applied to reveal the rich structure of the fundamental components of matter, thus growing our understanding of the Universe. Read more
