Robotic system for horticultural crop monitoring tested in Western Cape vineyards
The CSIR has developed a cost-effective platform to inspect and monitor horticultural crops on local farms. This automated, intelligent robotic system has…
View More
The science of wind forecasting: Developing wind forecasting techniques
The ability to forecast wind speed is becoming more important as South Africa adds renewables to its future power system. An earlier study by CSIR and German…
View More
CSIR's young scientists dazzle Deputy President
The Deputy President (DP) of South Africa, Mr Cyril Ramaphosa, visited the CSIR on Friday, 23 June 2017 in his capacity as Board chairperson of the Human…
View More
CSIR African Laser Centre provides support to youth across Africa
Over the past 15 years, the African Laser Centre (ALC) based at the Council for Scientific Industrial Research (CSIR) has contributed immensely to the…
View More
A solutions-driven approach to Africa’s environmental challenges
The CSIR is using its expertise and technologies to help understand how environmental issues affect security, access to resources and development in Africa.…
View More
CSIR calls public to participate in a rapid citizen science survey
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is calling on South Africans to participate in a rapid citizen science survey to source knowledge on…
View More
CSIR wants more PhD graduates in its ranks
The council tasked with the country’s scientific development says it wants to produce more PhD graduates so it can expand its research capability and output.…
View More