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CSIR-designed LiDAR mobile system to monitor air quality in uMhlathuze Municipality

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has designed and constructed a mobile light detection and ranging (LiDAR) lab that will be operating…

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WEF founder encourages business, government and civil society to embrace fourth Industrial Revolution

The founder and chief executive chairman of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Prof Klaus Schwab, has stressed the importance for government, civil society and…

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South African student team takes third place at supercomputing competition in Germany

The South African supercomputing team that participated in the International Student Cluster Competition in Frankfurt, Germany, scooped third prize. The team…

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CSIR releases a scientific report on the Knysna-Elandskraal fire

Strong bergwind conditions coupled with very dry vegetation most probably resulted in the flare-up of a lightning-induced smouldering fire on the morning of 7…

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Students represent SA at supercomputing competition in Germany

Six South African students will be looking to win bragging rights in an annual global supercomputer competition in Germany. The undergraduate students from the…

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Protect your personal information on social media - warns CSIR cybersecurity experts

South Africans are sharing too much of their personal information on social media, allowing cybercriminals to exploit them for their personal gain.…

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First waste management outlook for Africa – publication launched in Pretoria

Recycling only 4% of the waste it generates, Africa has become a dumping ground for waste, particularly hazardous waste, often from developed countries. A far…

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Connecting Africa through 5G broadband technologies

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is currently developing a 5G testbed, to prepare for the advent of 5G technologies and to ensure that…

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Discovery of a new coastal current off Madagascar

South African, Malagasy and French researchers have discovered the existence of a coastal current off Madagascar. The newly-described current, the South-west…

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Biorefinery facility launched to address biomass waste challenges, boost industry competitiveness

The South African government has launched a R37.5 million biorefinery facility in Durban, which is set to extract maximum value from biomass waste. The…

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CSIR uses 3D printing technologies to inspire rural learners to join world of science

Young scientists are using 3D printing technologies to enthuse the next generation of engineers at the National Science Festival, also known as…

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CSIR welcomes new Minister of Science and Technology

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) welcomes the appointment of Ms Mamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane as the new Minister of Science and Technology…

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