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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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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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SANAS-accredited mechanical testing facility supports industrialisation

The CSIR mechanical testing laboratory  The mechanical properties of structural components are critical as they indicate how materials perform when…

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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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Real-life experiments with solar photovoltaics realise significant cost savings

The CSIR Solar Photovoltaic Facility The electricity generated by the solar photovoltaic (PV) plants installed at the CSIR Pretoria campus has reduced the CSIR…

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