Mossel Bay wastewater turns green, naturally
On the outskirts of Mossel Bay, a series of wastewater ponds are quietly doing important work. Water that enters the system as untreated effluent leaves…
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Flowing forward with a national estuary management course
Strengthening South Africa’s efforts in managing its aquatic ecosystems, such as estuaries, is vital for water and food security. In response, a team of…
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Chemical signals in the sediment
Pollution often develops gradually. Long before it causes obvious or large-scale environmental damage, it leaves subtle chemical fingerprints in rivers,…
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South Africa now makes critical molecule for lab-grown meat
A local biotechnology firm announced that it will produce a key molecule used internationally to grow meat products more sustainably. This follows the…
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South Africa’s biorefinery journey: From innovation to industrial impact
Imagine transforming forestry waste and agricultural by-products, such as sawdust and sugarcane residues, into high-value green chemicals, advanced materials,…
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African researchers to map biodata of African cancer patients
The CSIR has partnered with Ghanaian biotech firm Yemaachi to map African cancer patients’ DNA, RNA and proteins. In February 2025, Yemaachi and global…
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Scientists on the scene as road deaths climb
Bystanders and motorists rely on driver assistance technology, road restraint systems and other safety features to reduce harm in case of a crash, but the road…
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Expanding 5G connectivity in rural communities through dynamic spectrum access innovation
Innovation in spectrum management is no longer an abstract policy debate confined to research papers and conference rooms. Today, it is a practical driver for…
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Take our wound-healing salve to the shelf
CSIR researchers have created market-ready protective microcapsules containing a novel wound-healing formulation. Studies confirm that the microcapsules, which…
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A decade of waste research, development and innovation in South Africa
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is hosting an online conference, The Waste Research, Development, …
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UNESCO’s new roadmap for ocean carbon research
The ocean absorbs around 25% of carbon dioxide from human activities, but a new report warns that more research is needed to understand how the ocean carbon…
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Big data portal will put SA freight back on the rails
Whether by rail, road, sea or air, freight forwarders need reliable, detailed information to get ore, produce, timber and other goods from A to B, come rain or…
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Consumer protection: is that plastic compostable?
The CSIR has called for official measures to give consumers confidence in plastic materials labelled as biodegradable and compostable. Researchers say…
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Hemp “as good as glass” for car trim
Fibreglass composites used in automotive trims like boot liners can easily be replaced with hemp fibre composites, say CSIR researchers. This follows testing…
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Three orange-fleshed sweet potato products set to enter South African food markets
Three innovative food products developed from Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) are set to enter the South African food markets, marking a significant…
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The 123s of the SDGs at South Africa’s top 13 JSE-listed mining companies
South Africa's mining sector is recognising climate action as a strategic imperative, according to the results of a study led by the CSIR. Published in an…
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