Research
Finding the balance between inclusivity and academic performance in HE
In the competitive landscape of higher education, do our support systems promote genuine inclusivity or simply reinforce a survival-of-the-fittest mentality? This was one of the topics under discussion at Unisa’s recent Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium. Read more
Unisa's CNA Research Symposium delves into natural sciences for human advancement
Pushing the boundaries of biotechnology to create innovative solutions that benefit both human health and the environment was under the spotlight during a session of Unisa's recent Catalytic Niche Area (CNA) Research Symposium. Read more
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
Experts discuss Unisa's research niche areas at high-level symposium
Having commenced on 14 August, the universitys two-day Catalytic Niche Area (CNA) Research Symposium brings together top national and international experts to discuss and develop ideas for the conceptualisation of highly specialised fields of research. 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 attains second position among SA universities for research excellence
Renowned for its commitment to accessible and quality education, Unisa is gaining international recognition for its impactful research. Emerald Publishing, under the SANLIC consortium, recently announced top South African institutions with outstanding research contributions, placing Unisa in position two. 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