CSIR upscales growth factor production for local biotechnology firm
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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