CSIR researchers to brief media on latest HIV/AIDS and TB research
Media advisory: 10/12/2021 The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) will host a virtual media briefing to share progress made by the…
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Decadal Plan workshop advances STI strides
Charting the future of science, technology and innovation (STI), the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Department of Science and…
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Science Forum South Africa 2021 returns to CSIR International Convention Centre
The Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) will host this year's Science Forum South Africa (SFSA) at its traditional home, with a number of exciting in-…
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Re-issue: Call for proposals (Regional Innovation Networking platforms)
Proposals for grant funding are hereby invited for the following three separate and independent elements within the RISP:A. Regional Innovation Networking…
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RAPDASA partners with RobMech and PRASA on their 22nd conference
The annual international Rapid Product Development Association of South Africa (RAPDASA) hybrid conference took place on 3 - 5 November at the CSIR…
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Call for Expression of Interest: Unmanned aircraft system technology and business development
Contact Person: Katleho Ramotsabi, @email,
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Government, Industry establish a forum enabling participation by organised labour in SA's mining modernisation research agenda
With the modernisation of South African mining taking shape, the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI); and the Minerals Council South Africa – through…
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Call for Expression of Interest: K-line Technology for the Disaster Management of Forest Fires
In recent years, the frequency of occurrences of fire-related incidences has increased and this is believed to be a result of climate change. Large patches of…
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Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong and NantAfrica announce launch of Covid-19 and Cancer vaccine initiative in South Africa in partnership with the CSIR and the South African Medical Research Council
Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong and NantAfrica, a division of NantWorks, announced the official launch of an ambitious initiative to build capacity for advanced health…
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The road to sustainability: The use of waste materials in South African road construction
The CSIR has recently been involved in several new research initiatives geared towards providing alternative waste material products, specifically to be used…
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CSIR receives eStation to utilize Earth Observation data for environmental management
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) – through the Marine and Coastal Operations for Southern Africa (MarCOSouth) consortium – has…
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Wide-area surveillance system to detect human movement in secure areas
The CSIR has developed a surveillance system that detects and localises moving targets, over large areas and identifies them as humans or animals. The Kruger…
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A novel green technology to transform the single-use plastic market
The CSIR has developed a bioplastic technology for producing 100% biodegradable and compostable plastic. The technology enables single-use plastic products…
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CSIR develops new technology that produces sought-after natural Ambrafuran
The CSIR has developed an innovative solution using biocatalysis and green chemistry to produce natural Ambrafuran – a highly sought-after agent in the…
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