CSIR Photonics Centre Manager appointed
Dr Hencharl Strauss was appointed as manager of the CSIR Photonics Centre as of 1 March 2022. Dr Strauss joined the CSIR in 2009 in a postdoctoral position…
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Charl Harding appointed Manager of Impact Catalyst
Charl Harding has been appointed Manager of the Impact Catalyst – a multi-partner private/public collaboration with the objective of driving large-scale,…
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Support programme for the marine manufacturing and repairs industry gains traction
The Aerospace Industry Support Initiative (AISI) has launched a programme aimed at supporting the marine sector. The AISI, Marine Manufacturing,…
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Dr Mthunzi-Kufa appointed as the Deputy Chairperson of the Advisory Council on National Orders
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) congratulates Dr Patience Mthunzi-Kufa, Research Group Leader for Biophotonics at the CSIR, for being…
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Tendani Tsedu earns the highest Public Relations practitioner accreditation
The CSIR congratulates Tendani Tsedu, Group Manager: Strategic Communication, for being recognised as an Accredited Public Relations practitioner (APR) by…
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Joint project looks to enhance the sustainable development of aquaculture in South Africa
Harvesting seaweed cultivated as part of the integrated multitrophic aquaculture approach, Viking Aquaculture Buffeljags Abalone Farm, Western Cape. In…
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Dr Chikwamba recognised as one of the world’s 50 most influential people navigating disruption
The CSIR congratulates Dr Rachel Chikwamba, CSIR Group Executive for the Chemicals, Agriculture, Food and Health division for being recognised by Apolitical as…
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Assisting new entrants to the medical device market
Medical Device and Diagnostic Innovation Cluster (MeDDIC) programme The CSIR is assisting new entrants to the medical device market with product lifecycle…
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Testing for niche waterborne pathogens
CSIR Microbiology and Parasitology Laboratory The CSIR Microbiology and Parasitology Laboratory has played a key role in the development of wastewater-based…
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Understanding the effects of explosive and ballistic events on soldiers, vehicles and infrastructure for protection solutions
Detonics Ballistics and Explosives Laboratory Thorough knowledge of explosives is critical in developing technologies and systems to offer effective protection…
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Enhanced training offered to the mining sector
Mine Fires and Explosion Research, Testing and Training Facility The CSIR is expanding and enhancing its training offering to include immersive, experiential…
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Key aerodynamic test facility supports South Africa’s industry
The CSIR’s Low speed wind tunnel With over 50 years’ experience, the CSIR’s wind tunnel infrastructure plays a pivotal role in aeronautical development in…
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Transforming tomorrow’s powder metallurgy industries through powder characterisation and testing services
The CSIR powder characterisation facility For producers of materials and components made from metal powders, identification of key powder characteristics for…
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