Pinning down the period for increased risk of fire in the African savannas
Devastating wildfires are known to cause irreparable damage the world over. Studies conducted by CSIR earth observation experts revealed that determining the…
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CSIR and metalplus collaborate to provide laser-welding services for industry
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), in collaboration with Actom’s Metalplus, will market and provide laser-welding services to industry…
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Can we get 100% of our energy from renewable sources? New article gathers the evidence to address the sceptics
Is there enough space for all the wind turbines and solar panels to provide all our energy needs? What happens when the sun doesn’t shine and the wind…
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Activating minds for mines: Mining simulation centre adds value to the Mandela Mining Precinct
An innovative mining simulation centre based at the Mandela Mining Precinct, at the CSIR in Johannesburg, is set to fast-track South Africa’s mining sector to…
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CSIR researchers to author global assessments of climate change science and policy
CSIR scientists are part of a team of global researchers that will work on the next assessment of the science of climate change, starting in June 2018. The…
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Media statement by the Minister of Science and Technology, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, ahead of the Science and Technology Budget Vote Debate in Parliament
The Department of Science and Technology will invest hundreds of millions of rands on programmes to boost the number of knowledge workers in South Africa,…
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DIRISA: National Research Data Workshop
The Data Intensive Research Initiative of South Africa (DIRISA) will host a National Research Data Workshop aimed at the academic and research community, but…
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African biodiversity and ecosystem services in decline: Expert findings in landmark three-year assessment reports
The world’s first comprehensive, evidence-based regional assessment of biodiversity and ecosystem services for Africa compiled by over 100 leading experts,…
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