Biodegradable crop soil cover yields more, wastes less
On a pineapple farm in Peddie in the Eastern Cape, a field trial of biodegradable mulch films showcases how science can serve sustainability. Funded by the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) through the South African Circular Economy Demonstration Fund and led by the CSIR, the project demonstrates how innovation can reduce plastic waste in farming, boost crop performance and build a greener, more resilient agricultural sector. #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #AgriInnovation #CSIR #DSTI #GreenFarming
Mines and manufacturers rely on CSIR testing for safe, quality products
The CSIR ensures that products in the mining industry and beyond are safe and of high quality. Our rope testing laboratory, self-contained self-rescuer testing laboratory and mechanical testing laboratory are national assets in terms of the facilities and expertise we have available to support South African businesses.
A new generation of ocean experts to tackle climate change
Explore the future of industrial work at the CSIR Learning Factory
The CSIR’s Learning Factory is a space where South Africa’s current and future workforce can explore technologies of the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) hands-on.
Cofimvaba learners log green scores for CSIR-designed science centre
South Africa’s first net-zero science centre, designed by CSIR research architects, is now an ongoing citizen science experiment in green building practices
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers concluding remarks to the CSIR stakeholders
President Cyril Ramaphosa conducts a tour of the facilities at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Scientists called in as wind disrupts fruit exports in Cape Town
A farm-to-fork app for emerging poultry farmers
Limpopo poultry farmers are using the ILIMA app to monitor their chickens’ feeding habits, vaccinations, thermal comfort, mortalities and sales.
Satellite ocean colour maps warn abalone farmers of harmful algae
Scientists from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) developed ocean colour and temperature data from satellites that is easy to access as an online tool. The work forms part of the country’s ocean economy plan to boost aquaculture jobs.
Climate change mitigation: Coastal vulnerability mapping strengthens the hand of SA’s decision-makers
The CSIR, together with Stellenbosch University and Nelson Mandela University, has documented activities and vulnerabilities along the SA coast. The geospatial layers and maps developed can be used by government to manage the potential risks and assets of SA’s coastal areas.
#NSW2021 - Making it possible through science
Turning a smartphone into a medical diagnostic tool
The CSIR biophotonics group has developed technology that converts a smartphone into a spectrometer to detect illnesses in bodily fluid samples such as urine, saliva and blood.
From data to meaningful decisions
The fourth industrial revolution has ushered in an era in which predictions and modelling will add even more value to data. CSIR statisticians and data scientists are using data to create prediction tools that assist stakeholders in their decision-making.
Research shows storms drive outgassing of carbon dioxide in the subpolar Southern Ocean
CSIR scientists from the Southern Ocean Carbon and Climate Observatory and a team of international scientists have published research findings on how storms drive the outgassing of carbon dioxide in the subpolar Southern Ocean.
Converting food waste into high-value materials
CSIR experts in advanced agriculture and food research have partnered with the United Nations Development Programme to create a solution that maximises the value of waste created at fresh fruit markets across the country.
CSIR women in biophotonics
When Dr Patience Mthunzi-Kufa, Dr Lungile Thwala, Dr Masixole Lugongolo and Dr Mabotse Tjale talk about shedding light on disease – from its diagnosis to its progression and the best treatment regimens – they are not only referring to increasing their understanding. These women in the CSIR’s biophotonics team literally shine a light on disease.