College of Science, Engineering & Technology
Nano maestro published in authoritative journal
Prolific author Professor Eno Effiong Ebenso recently published a review article in Coordination Chemistry Reviews, a high-impact journal. Read more
Dr Feleni wins grant for Cofimvaba Science Centre Exhibits
Dr Usisipho Feleni was recently awarded an NRF-SAASTA Engaged scholarship grant of R500 000, in this eConnect feature, she chats about the grant. Read more
Unpacking the impact of Africa's energy crisis
In his inaugural lecture, the College of Science, Engineering and Technology's Prof Adedayo Ademola Yusuff said that tapping into renewable energy sources is a necessity in terms of the socioeconomic development of Africans. Read more
Unisan to deliver keynote at Sasol tech education conference
CSET’s Dr Patricia Gouws will be setting the tone at the Sasol 5th Annual Technical Teachers' Conference, comprising workshops and plenary presentations from leading local and international thinkers in 4IR and technical education. Read more
Producing high-quality research is the goal
Having advanced from a Y2 to a C2 NRF research rating, Prof Felix Bankole says that the recognition shows the impact and quality of his research outputs in the field of computing. Read more
Humble farm manure the key to addressing energy poverty
In his inaugural lecture, CSET's Prof Christopher Enweremadu discussed the prospects of using farm manure and solar radiation to provide the non-electrified population with access to quality energy. Read more
Established scholar aims high
After receiving a C2 re-rating by the NRF for his expertise in the field of engineering, Prof Xinying Liu says that he aims to work even harder to get a better rating next time. Read more
Talking science simply through FameLab
Master's student, Ginny Sasha Tito, rose to the challenge of communicating science to a general audience and took top honours at the Unisa heat of FameLab SA 2021. Read more
Still making a mark in research even in retirement
A retired Unisa academic and researcher re-rated C2 by the NRF, Prof Ruth de Villiers believes that her present contributions to Unisa - through advancing growth in research and scholarship - are making the greatest impact yet. Read more
Head of iNanoWS celebrates C3-rating for outstanding body of research
Prof Thabo Nkambule, Head of the Institute for Nanotechnology and Water Sustainability, is celebrating his NRF C-rating awarded owing to a body of impactful research. In this article, he shares his research interests and passion for mentoring upcoming scholars. Read more